Freedom of Information
Here's what South Lanarkshire Council says on its web about Freedom of Information:
"Freedom of Information legislation is designed to ensure openness and accountability. This means that wherever possible, we will make the information you request available to you."
A number of readers have been in touch to say that their requests for pay information have been denied by the council.
The information people have asked for would simply allow them to understand how different groups of male and female workers - within the council - are paid.
So, it seems that South Lanarkshire supports the principle of Freedom of Information - except where it's inconvenient.
Why is the council so reluctant to share basic pay information - that other council employees in Scotland are able to access easily and freely?
"Freedom of Information legislation is designed to ensure openness and accountability. This means that wherever possible, we will make the information you request available to you."
A number of readers have been in touch to say that their requests for pay information have been denied by the council.
The information people have asked for would simply allow them to understand how different groups of male and female workers - within the council - are paid.
So, it seems that South Lanarkshire supports the principle of Freedom of Information - except where it's inconvenient.
Why is the council so reluctant to share basic pay information - that other council employees in Scotland are able to access easily and freely?
