Fife Council (Social work referral) [2025] ScotIC 112_2025 (12 May 2025)

The decision turned on whether the information requested was exempt from disclosure under the relevant provisions of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, particularly regarding personal data and confidentiality in social work matters.

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Citation: [2025] ScotIC 112_2025
Parties: Applicant: Fife Council
Jurisdiction: Scotland
Judgment Date: 12 May 2025
Procedural Posture: Scottish Information Commissioner Decision / Final Decision
Outcome: Authority granted for handling the social work referral information as per the Commissioner's decision.
Legal Topics: Social Work Referral, Disclosure of Information, Public Authority Obligations

Freedom of Information Social Work Referral Disclosure of Information Public Authority Obligations

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Fife Council

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Procedural Posture

Scottish Information Commissioner Decision / Final Decision

Legal Issues

1 Whether Fife Council is required to disclose information relating to a social work referral under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002

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Court Disposition

Authority granted for handling the social work referral information as per the Commissioner's decision.

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