Tonight the general principles of Katy Clark MSP's FoI Reform Bill were supported by 63 MSPs with 59 against. The Bill will return in the next session of Parliament. CFoIS accepts the challenge to work for its quick progression to restore FoI rights and strengthen enforcement of duties.

Scot Parl has voted for the general principles of Katy Clark MSP's FoI Reform Bill but amended by @suewebbermsp.bsky.social to 'highlight the time pressure in the current parliamentary session and the views in the stage 1 report, including that FoI reform should be addressed in the next parliament'

Thank you to @suewebbermsp.bsky.social and Annie Wells MSP for agreeing that legislation is needed to reform FoI law in Scotland and their support going forward to make that happen.

Thanks to Katy Clark MSP & @richardleonardmsp.bsky.social for setting out clearly the reasons for, & urgency, of FoI reform. Thanks also to @jamiegreeneuk.bsky.social @patrickharvie.bsky.social & Graham Simpson MSP for supporting the FoI Bill's general principles. We await the vote tonight at 7:30.

The SPPA Committee concluded in its Stage 1 report that “legislation is now needed to update the freedom of information regime in Scotland.” MSPs should show their support by voting for the Bill at Stage 1 and send a clear message that strong FoI rights and duties matter. #FoIReformNow

CFoIS calls for the enforceable right to Freedom of Information to be strengthened through legislative reform. Ahead of tomorrow's crucial vote on the FoI Reform Bill, 17th Feb, this is an opportunity to send a clear message for greater transparency and accountability to enable scrutiny.

CFoIS Treasurer Dr Derek Manson Smith tells us why he backs the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

The Communications Workers Union (CWU) sets out why the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill is the best vehicle for updating FoI laws! @cwunews.bsky.social #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

The National Union of Rail, Maritime and Transport Workers (RMT) sets out why the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill is a timely and welcome piece of legislation. @rmtunion.bsky.social #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Fire Brigades Union (FBU) Scotland tells us why they support the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill! @fbunational.bsky.social #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Human Rights Consortium Scotland @hrcscotland.bsky.social sets out why the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill would strengthen human rights in Scotland. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

The FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill has widespread support, as evidenced in the Committee's call for views. CFoIS urges MSPs from all parties to vote for the general principles of the Bill at the Stage 1 debate on Tuesday. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

The Centre for Law and Democracy @law-democracy.bsky.social backs the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

The train drivers' union @aslefunion.bsky.social sets out why the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill is so important. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

CFoIS Secretary Mandy Reid sets out why she supports the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

CFoIS Director met Scottish Green’s MSP @patrickharvie.bsky.social to discuss the Stage 1 debate on the FoI Reform Bill, scheduled for the afternoon of 17 Feb. Appreciate discussion on the Bill’s merits and why this is a cross party issue. @katysclark.bsky.social @scottishgreens.org

The Edinburgh Freelance Branch of the National Union of Journalists @nujofficial.bsky.social supports the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

SNP Trade Union Group reminds us why the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill is so important. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

@unitetheunion.bsky.social Scotland sets out why it supports the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

At an evidence session for the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill, Chris Milne from Scottish Higher Education Information Practitioners Group said that the Bill is welcome. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Professor Kevin Dunion praises the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Attend the CFoIS-led event 'Care 4 FoI' with @reidfoundation.bsky.social on Thursday to find out more! Get a free ticket via Eventbrite now: www.eventbrite.com/e/1980371899... #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #foi #ati

At an evidence session for the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill, Gordon Martin from @rmtunion.bsky.social explained why the Scotland's FoI laws need refreshing. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Alex Parsons from @mysociety.org / @whatdotheyknow.bsky.social says that Scotland should take the opportunity to remove the First Minister's veto - a proposal contained in the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Dr Erin Ferguson from the University of Aberdeen praised the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill when giving evidence to the SPPA Committee! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Chair of the Board of CFoIS shares why it's time to reform Scotland's FoI law. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

Think tank and advocacy group @thecommonweal.bsky.social sets out why they support the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

@benworthy.bsky.social from Birkbeck College praises the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

⚖️ Understand your FOI rights - when exempt information can be disclosed in the public interest Learn how the balance is struck in CFOI's forthcoming FOI requester training course next week! Book here ⬇️ www.cfoi.org.uk/2025/10/usin...

Juliet Swann from @transparencyuk.bsky.social points out how important and timely the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill is. #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

During the evidence sessions for the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill, Professor Kevin Dunion stressed how important it is to have FoI Officers - something which the Bill proposes. FoI reform proves to be popular! #FoIReformNow #freedomofinformation #foi #accesstoinformation #ati

We are delighted to be at Scotland's Annual Human Rights Conference today and to be hearing such inspirational speeches about human rights advocacy. @hrcscotland.bsky.social @alliancescot.bsky.social

CFoIS to hold 'Care 4 FoI' briefings with UNISON and The Jimmy Reid Foundation in February. Get a free ticket via Eventbrite now: www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/cfois-3106... #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #foi #ati

The Campaign for Freedom of Information in Scotland (CFoIS) is deeply saddened by the news of Lord Jim Wallace of Tankerness passing away.

CFoIS Director Carole Ewart has written an opinion piece for Scottish Legal News about recent developments in Scotland’s FOI regime and the need for reform. Read the full article here: www.scottishlegal.com/articles/car... #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #foi #ati

On the 5th anniversary of the UK Anti-SLAPP Coalition, 127 representatives from a wide cross section of society are sending an open letter to the Prime Minister calling for better Anti-SLAPP protections. #SLAPPs #AntiSLAPPs #openletter #KingsSpeech #freedomofexpression

CFoIS is surprised and disappointed that the SPPA Committee will not recommend the General Principles of the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill to the Scottish Parliament. Find out more about the Stage 1 Report here. #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #foi #ati

📢The trial has begun for former NI council chief executive Anne Donaghy, charged with allegedly deleting emails to frustrate a Freedom of Information request Such FOI prosecutions are extremely rare given the difficulty in proving intent. www.newsletter.co.uk/news/courts/...

The clock is ticking on a Scottish Information Commissioner's Decision regarding the Scottish Government's compliance with the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002. #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #foi #ati

@idahknowles.bsky.social, an Independent Researcher based in Washington praises the FoI Reform (Scotland) Bill for being "timely and well-grounded". #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #foi #ati

🔴NEW: The UK’s leading organic verification company is trying to dodge freedom of information law, in a case which could have important implications for transparency. Find out more: https://www.theferret.scot/organic-food-certification-scrutiny/

CFoIS announces a series of briefings, called ‘Care 4 FoI?’. Find out more about the second event, co-hosted with the Jimmy Reid Foundation, and book a free ticket via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/e/care-4-foi... #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #humanrights #event #foi

Have a look inside the January instalment of our newsletter! If you want to find out more, sign up to our newsletter via the ‘Support Us’ page on our website: www.cfois.scot/support-us/ #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #humanrights #scotland #foi

CFoIS announces a series of briefings, called ‘Care 4 FoI?’. Find out more about the first event, co-hosted with UNISON Scotland, and book a free ticket via Eventbrite: www.eventbrite.com/e/care-4-foi... #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #humanrights #event #foi

CFoIS welcomes the publication of the Scottish Government’s consultation on extending FoI to the care sector. Find out more here: consult.gov.scot/communicatio... #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #scotland #foi

"John Swinney has decided his government should make a court challenge against the Scottish Information Commissioner's decision to order the release of secret evidence given to the James Hamilton investigation into Nicola Sturgeon some five years ago."

Announcement of action to prevent disclosure is disappointing and further delays the public’s right to see and scrutinise information held by the ScotGovt. www.heraldscotland.com/news/2575490...

What happens in Scotland matters in Poland and to many others in Europe, says Marzena from @siecobywatelska.bsky.social #FoISAReform25 #freedomofinformation #accesstoinformation #scotland #foi

Do you want the enforceable right 2 access info from private & third sector providers of care home & care at home services? Plz give ur views to the ScotGovt consultation launched today @unison.org.uk @unitescotland.bsky.social @rmtunion.bsky.social @nujscotland.bsky.social @fbunational.bsky.social