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What next for FOI?


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In this panel discussion from FOI Fest, participants discussed the challenges and opportunities for Freedom of Information, including how AI is increasingly a problem – but could also be a solution – for authorities.

You’ll hear from:

  • Louise Crow, Chief Executive, mySociety
  • Ben Worthy, Senior Lecturer in Politics, Birkbeck College
  • Carole Ewart, Director, Campaign for Freedom of Information in Scotland
  • David Hamilton, Scottish Information Commissioner
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    Transcript

    0:00  [Gavin Freeguard] Welcome to FOI Fest 2026!

    0:06  [Alex Parsons] So, to split this into two sets of questions. One is around the FOI reform in Scotland, and the other is this ongoing conversation of the day around technology and AI. (more…)

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