Freedom of Information (FOI) Masterclass: Unlocking Public Data

This masterclass shows you how to use the Freedom of Information Act 2000 to access hidden documents, government emails, internal reports, and decision-making data. Learn how to craft FOI requests that get real results — and how to appeal refusals effectively.

Includes:

• How to write legally compliant FOI requests
• Templates for public bodies, councils, police, and NHS
• Timeframes, exemptions, and refusal handling
• How to escalate to the ICO and Tribunal
• Bonus: Sample requests that revealed powerful evidence