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Open Update newsletter

The Scottish Information Commissioner's Open Update newsletter delivers the latest freedom of information (FOI) news direct to your inbox. Sent no more than once a month, each edition shares FOI news, relevant updates and a round-up of key FOI practice learning points from recent decisions and enforcement action by the Commissioner - making it an ideal way for FOI practitioners and others with an interest in FOI in Scotland to stay informed. So what are you waiting for? Sign up below!

Latest edition

October 2025 - read the newsletter
It's all treats and no tricks with our October newsletter! In this month’s edition we see the launch of our 2024-25 Annual Report where we give a summary of our standout year – closing our highest number of cases ever!

We have launched our free lunchtime webinars for FOI staff, to brush up on skills to reduce the risk of reviews and ultimately appeals to the Commissioner.

We’re also calling you to nominate FOI staff that you think are deserving of an eCase FOI award, and if you haven’t already – book your ticket to the Holyrood FOI Conference 2025.

On top of this, our latest decisions and learnings will help you learn from our latest investigations including the neither confirm nor deny exemption and much more…