Freedom of Information

Freedom of Information/Environmental Information Regulations

The Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FOI) and the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 (EIR) makes it easier for you to get information about us.

The EIR 2004 (Section 39, FOI) covers environmental information requests.

The Act and Regulations came into force on 1 January 2005, meaning that anyone, anywhere can ask for any information held by us.

For FOI requests you must submit your request in writing by letter or email to any member of staff stating clearly what information you want. In addition, requests for information which fall under EIR can be made by telephone.

Don’t forget to provide your contact details so we can reply to your request.

Responding to requests

Once we receive your request, we must reply in writing within 20 working days.

In our reply, we must confirm whether or not we hold the information, and either provide you with the information requested or explain why it is not being provided.

We may charge a fee before supplying the information you request. If so, we’ll write to you giving details of the amount you must pay.

Public Information

As part of our commitment to Freedom of Information, we have a Publication Scheme in place. Details of this information are listed  http://www.doeni.gov.uk/index/information/foi.htm

Contact us

FOI Unit
Klondyke Building
Cromac Avenue
Gasworks Business Park
Belfast
BT7 2JA.

Tel: 028 9056 9272
Fax: 028 9056 9264
Email: niea-foi@doeni.gov.uk