| The
Freedom of Information Scotland Act opens
a raft of new possibilities and opportunities
for journalists, campaigners and those who
seek to promote openness and transparency
in Scottish public life.
This
NUJ Scotland training course aims to provide
an overview of the Act, how it is being put
into practice and how to get the most out
of it.
Whatever
you want to know - from how exemptions work
to how to phrase a request to get the answer
you need - this course can provide you with
the information and knowledge you require.
| Course
Content |
| 10am |
Introduction
and Training Objectives |
| 10.20am |
What
is the Freedom of Information Scotland
Act? |
| 11am |
Making
a Request |
| 11.10am |
The
Newsdesk |
| 12.30am |
Lunch |
| 1.30pm
|
Getting
the information you need |
| 3.30pm |
Exemptions
- a practical guide |
| 4.30pm |
Wind
up and close |
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