Freedom of Information Publication Scheme: Background

Charging policy

Most of the information listed in our publication scheme is available free of charge.

In a few cases a specific charge is indicated beside the item but in most cases a charge will only be made when 50 pages or more are requested to be copied and posted to the applicant.

In these cases the following charges will apply.

• For up to 50 copied pages – free
• For between 50 and 250 copied pages – £10
• For between 250 and 500 copied pages – £25
• In excess of 500 copied pages – £50     

You will be told about the specific photocopying cost for your enquiry at the time of your request.