UK Government, the Law and Your Role
The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives:
AThe press the unrestricted right to publish any and all information freely
BThe public the right to access information held by public authorities ✓
CThe government the right to keep all sensitive information permanently secret
DThe police the right to access any personal data they require from citizens
Explanation
The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives the public the right to access information held by public authorities (government departments, local councils, NHS bodies, etc.) subject to certain exemptions.
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