09 January 2020
"Extending the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act to charities that deliver public sector services would create a "disproportionate burden" on voluntary sector organisations, the Scottish Council for Voluntary Organisations has warned the Scottish government."
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See: SCVO warns against extension of Scottish Freedom of Information Act (ThirdSector, link):
"In its response last month to a consultation by the Scottish government about extending FOI legislation, the SCVO says it has concerns about the "potential financial and operational implications" for the voluntary sector and the lack of engagement with the sector to date, particularly during the consultation period.
The consultation, which closed last month, suggested extending the FOI Act in Scotland to cover organisations that deliver public services."
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