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The Freedom of Information (FoI) Act 2000 gives members of the public the right to access information held by public bodies.

Every company is legally obliged to keep certain specified registers, books and records to reflect the operation of its business. The company secretary or governance lead’s primary responsibility is to see that they are properly maintained and kept up to date.

Useful tools for information management

How to ensure strong safeguarding and welfare policies

Useful links to help you set the safeguarding obligations and responsibilities in your organisation.

Boards should ensure that effective safeguarding frameworks are in place and that staff and volunteers are sufficiently trained on their safeguarding responsibilities. While processes and education will assist in mitigating the likelihood of a safeguarding incident, the impact will always be high.

There are a number of core policies and procedures that organisations must have in place.