Colonel Gaddafi in Disguise
Good news!
The Scottish Information Commissioner (SIC) has upheld my appeal - over South Lanarkshire Council's refusal to publish pay information - regarding the earnings of traditional male jobs.
Now this has been a long and winding road - with South Lanarkshire fighting every step of the way to keep this information under wraps.
And yes this is the same South Lanarkshire Council - which had the following proud boast on the council's web site:
"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."
I say if that's an accurate reflection of South Lanarkshire's approach to Freedom of Information - then I'm really Colonel Gaddafi in disguise.
I will have more to say about the Information Commissioner's decision - in the days ahead.
In the meantime, if you would like a copy, please drop me a note at: markirvine@compuserve.com
The Scottish Information Commissioner (SIC) has upheld my appeal - over South Lanarkshire Council's refusal to publish pay information - regarding the earnings of traditional male jobs.
Now this has been a long and winding road - with South Lanarkshire fighting every step of the way to keep this information under wraps.
And yes this is the same South Lanarkshire Council - which had the following proud boast on the council's web site:
"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."
I say if that's an accurate reflection of South Lanarkshire's approach to Freedom of Information - then I'm really Colonel Gaddafi in disguise.
I will have more to say about the Information Commissioner's decision - in the days ahead.
In the meantime, if you would like a copy, please drop me a note at: markirvine@compuserve.com
