Which organisations are subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2000?

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This guide helps you to find out who is subject to the Freedom of Information Act 2000. The Guide is alphabetical.


Charities

The majority of charities are not subject to the FOI.

There are many different types of charities


The Charity's Commission is subject to FOI.

See also:

  • students' unions
  • schools

Companies

The vast majority companies are not subject to FOI.

If a company meets one (or more) of the following conditions it will be subject to FOI:

  • companies listed in Schedule 1 of the Act
  • companies wholly owned by the Crown
  • companies wholly owned by one public authority

Companies House is subject to FOI.

Government Departments

All Government Departments are subject to FOI.


Regional Broadband Consortia

Schools

Private Schools: not subject to FOI

State Schools are subject to FOI

Students' Unions

Students' Unions are not subject to FOI. Students' Unions are regulated by the Education Act 1994. The Education Act places certain obligations on the universities and college's governing bodies to regulate students unions. It may therefore be possible to obtain information from the university or college about the activities of a students' union.

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