Month: September 2015

Article 39 joins others in urging PM not to weaken FOI Act

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Article 39 is one of 140 media bodies, campaign groups and others to have written to the Prime Minister expressing “serious concern” at the government’s approach to the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act. The letter was co-ordinated by the Campaign for Freedom of Information. More information here.

Categories FOI

Youth justice review to include safeguarding in custody

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The terms of reference of the youth justice review established by Justice Secretary Michael Gove have been published. Arrangements to safeguard young people, and manage behaviour, are listed as areas to be considered. The Justice Secretary announced the review last week, on 11 September, explaining: “We need to consider whether the current system, which was … Read more