Freedom of Information

The Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 allows any member of the public to request information from a public authority, such as NHS Quality Improvement Scotland (NHS QIS). The Act promotes general access to information by recognising that the public have a right to understand how public authorities are organised, what services they provide, and the reasons behind their business decisions. The Act encourages us to be open and accountable and to organise information so that it is easily accessible to anyone who requests it.

A lot of information is available online through this website, but you can contact us for printed copies to be sent by post. We can also make our publications available in audio format, Braille, large print, and community languages. Click here to be redirected to the advanced search page.

If you cannot find the information you want on our website, please contact us:

 

Email: comments.qis@nhs.net

Tel: 0131 623 4300.

 

Alternatively write to us at:
NHS Quality Improvement Scotland
Elliott House
8-10 Hillside Crescent
Edinburgh EH7 5EA

In some situations, information may be withheld from the public. Such information is said to be exempt, and this will include information that is about to be published, personal information covered by the Data Protection Act, or information that is not in the public interest to be made generally available. If we decide to withhold information, we will give reasons for our decision. You can ask us to review this decision if you do not believe the information should be withheld.

In Scotland, the Freedom of Information Act is promoted and enforced by the Scottish Information Commissioner. The Commisioner ensures that members of the public get access to the information they are entitled to, and that public authorities respond to requests within a reasonable time frame. If, for any reason, you are dissatisfied with the response to your request you can make an appeal to the Commissioner. After an investigation, the Commissioner will make a decision and determine whether you should receive the information.
Please visit the Scottish Information Commissioner's website to find out more information about your rights under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.