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FOI events and training

The Commissioner's role includes promoting good practice by Scottish public authorities and providing the public with information about their rights.

Details of upcoming training events will be listed below, along with helpful resources from past events, for those who weren't able to attend.

You can also sign up to our Open Update email newsletter or follow @FOIScotland on X / twitter to make sure you're the first to know about future conferences, workshops and training opportunities.

 

Upcoming events

26 September 2024 - eCase FOI Awards 2025 live launch
Online lunchtime webinar launching the 2025 eCase FOI Awards. Find out more about the awards.

26 November 2024 - Holyrood FOI Conference
Annual FOI Conference organised by Holyrood Events. Speakers include Commissioner David Hamilton and Minister for Parliamentary Business Jamie Hepburn. Visit the Holyrood FOI 2024 website for more information and updates.

13 December 2024 - Campaign for FOI anniversary event
Event celebrating both the 40th anniversary of the Campaign for FOI in Scotland and the 20th anniversary of Scotland's FOI law, taking place in Glasgow. Find out more about the anniversary event.

1 January 2025 - 20th anniversary of Scottish FOI Rights
1 January 2025 will mark the 20th anniversary of the implementation of Scotland's FOI law. We will be planning some events and activities across 2025 to celebrate this milestone. Watch this space!