In such cases it will consider the most reasonable course of action to take in light of the requirements of FOI. Equally, a refusal to consent to disclosure by, or lack of response from, a third party does not automatically mean information will be withheld. At all times, BSO will consider its duty under FOI. Publication Scheme FOI makes it a duty for BSO to adopt and maintain a scheme relating to the publication of its information. BSO has adopted the model’ ‘approved Publication Scheme introduced by the Information Commissioner’s Office, and can be found on its website. In addition to updating its Publication Scheme, BSO will maintain an online disclosure log that lists responses to requests made to us under FOI and EIR. Performance and Monitoring Compliance The effectiveness of this policy will be assessed on a number of factors: compliance with legislation in respect of FOI; performance against agreed standards on an annual basis Non-Compliance A failure to adhere to FOI, this policy and any associated procedures may result in disciplinary action. In relation to the use of ICT equipment including the use of the Internet and Email, staff should be aware that they might be personally liable to prosecution if their actions are found to be in breach of the law. Serious breaches may be reported to the PSNI, ICO or other public authority for further investigation. Review This policy and any associated procedures will be reviewed no later than two years from approval, to ensure their continued relevance to the effective management of information governance within BSO. Equality Statement In accordance with the BSO’s Equal Opportunities Policy, this policy will not discriminate, either directly or indirectly, on the grounds of gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or belief, age, union membership, disability, background or any other personal characteristics
In such cases it will consider the most reasonable course of action to take in light of the requirements of FOI. Equally, a refusal to consent to disclosure by, or lack of response from, a third party does not automatically mean information will be withheld. At all times, BSO will consider its duty under FOI. Publication Scheme FOI makes it a duty for BSO to adopt and maintain a scheme relating to the publication of its information. BSO has adopted the ‘approved model’ Publication Scheme introduced by the Information Commissioner’s Office, and can be found on its website. In addition to updating its Publication Scheme, BSO will maintain an online disclosure log that lists responses to requests made to us under FOI and EIR. Performance and Monitoring Compliance The effectiveness of this policy will be assessed on a number of factors: compliance with legislation in respect of FOI; performance against agreed standards on an annual basis Non-Compliance A failure to adhere to FOI, this policy and any associated procedures may result in disciplinary action. In relation to the use of ICT equipment including the use of the Internet and Email, staff should be aware that they might be personally liable to prosecution if their actions are found to be in breach of the law. Serious breaches may be reported to the PSNI, ICO or other public authority for further investigation. Review This policy and any associated procedures will be reviewed no later than two years from approval, to ensure their continued relevance to the effective management of information governance within BSO. Equality Statement In accordance with the BSO’s Equal Opportunities Policy, this policy will not discriminate, either directly or indirectly, on the grounds of gender, race, colour, ethnic or national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, religion or belief, age, union membership, disability, background or any other personal characteristics
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