The Federal Court to hear Rex Patrick’s case against delays in FOI requests

The Federal Court today will hear a challenge against the Australian Information Commissioner and its freedom of information (FOI) system, the outcome of which could have lasting impacts on how journalist access information that’s in the public interest.

Under The Freedom of Information Act 1982, public groups like journalists and civil society organisations have the right to request access to government-held information.

The Federal Court in Melbourne

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