Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2000
The Freedom of Information Act (FOI) 2000 provides a general right of access to all types of recorded information held by public authorities. Since January 2005, everyone has had the right to ask public authorities for any information they hold, although there are some exemptions that may prevent information being released.
Freedom of information requests
The trust has established a procedure for dealing with requests for information under the Act which is set out in the booklet below:
All applications for information must be made in writing to the Deputy Director of Governance at the address below or by emailing your request to: FOIRequests@combined.nhs.uk
Or you can post your request to this address:
Deputy Director of Governance
North Staffordshire Combined Healthcare NHS Trust
Lawton House
Bellringer Road
Trentham
ST4 8HH
If you experience any difficulties, please contact the Freedom of Information department on 0300 123 1535.
Personal data request (subject access request)
Individuals have the right to access and receive a copy of their personal data, and other supplementary information. This is commonly referred to as a subject access request or ‘SAR’. Individuals can make a SAR request verbally or in writing. Should you wish to access your personal data please use the AMS portal:
Alternatively, contact the Information Governance Team via our Reception on 01782 652787 / 0300 123 1535.
