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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

3 September 2026

Back from the summer break and easing into autumn? Start the month with our latest newsletter. Inside, you'll find details of the Scottish Government's consultation on extending FOI to care services in Scotland, what we have been up to over recent months, a roundup of upcoming dates for your diary, and the launch of our new Easy Read FOI guide. Along with examples of good practice, and the latest learning and decisions from our enforcement team.