The Act introduced a general statutory right of access to all types of 'recorded' information of any age held by Scottish public authorities. Subject to certain conditions and exemptions, any person who makes a request for information will be entitled to receive it. The Act is promoted and enforced by a fully independent Scottish Information Commissioner.

• the promotion of good practice
• approving and assisting in the preparation of publication schemes
• providing information on the operation of the Act
• enforcing compliance with the Act

Link to the Act

Further information:

Scottish Government website  
Scottish Information Commissioner website