Norfolk County Council Releases Freedom of Information Act Response, Redirects Public to Relevant Services
Norfolk County Council has released a response to Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests and is redirecting the public to relevant services. The council aims to provide timely responses within 20 working days or as soon as reasonably practicable.
However, the council clarifies that certain requests regarding information related to Norfolk County Council should be directed to the council itself. These requests include matters such as care, support, and health services, adult social care, and blue badges. The council advises individuals to refer to their official website for further information on these topics.
Additionally, the council highlights that specific information is exempt from disclosure under Section 21 (1) of the Freedom of Information Act 2000. This information is deemed reasonably accessible through the council’s website. Examples of such information include council budgets, contracts listed in the council’s Contract Register, details about Business Rate accounts, the Senior Structure Chart, data on spending over £250, and Public Health Funerals.
The council emphasizes that this response acts as a Refusal Notice in accordance with the FOIA. However, individuals have the right to appeal the decision internally by contacting the council directly.
It is important to note that replies to this message will not be monitored, and individuals are advised not to respond to this email for further correspondence.
In conclusion, Norfolk County Council is proactively addressing Freedom of Information Act requests by redirecting individuals to relevant services. By doing so, they aim to ensure an efficient and effective handling of these requests while providing accessible information to the public.
