Freedom of information

Edinburgh Innovations complies with the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 by maintaining an approved publication scheme. This ensures transparency by clearly outlining available information, access methods, and potential charges for users seeking public records. The organization acts as an administrator for similar subsidiary companies, streamlining compliance efforts across the University of Edinburgh’s network. By standardizing these procedures, they enhance accessibility and ensure consistent adherence to legal requirements for information disclosure. This case highlights the practical implementation of open data principles in academic spin-offs. It demonstrates how legal frameworks drive structured transparency, enabling citizens to easily access and utilize organizational data while fostering accountability in public sector-adjacent entities.

Source: edinburgh-innovations.ed.ac.uk
Published on 2023-03-23