Freedom of Information Act

Why the Freedom of Information (FOI) Act, 1997 was introduced?
The Act establishes three new statutory rights

1. The Act gives right of access (subject to exemptions)

'To facilitate the public in accessing this information, Section 15 & 16 of the Freedom of Information Act require each public body to prepare, publish and make available information about themselves.'


This reference tool has been published in accordance with these requirements. It is intended as a general guide to Athlone Town Council It gives a general description of the structure and organisation of the Council, its functions, powers and duties; details of the services it provides for the public and how these may be availed of; information on the classes of records it holds; arrangements for the public to avail of their rights under the Act. It also gives information on the rules, procedures, practices, guidelines and precedents used by the Council in decision making. It is not a definitive description of all our services and should you require further information on any item, please contact the Council.

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The reference book is also available for consultation or removal, free of charge from the Freedom of Information Officer, Civic Centre, Athlone, Co.Westmeath. Telephone:+ 353 090 642 100, Fax: +353 090 647 9020

Copies of the rules, procedures, practices, guidelines and precedents, appropriate to the Council as listed in this Reference Book are available for inspection free of charge and a copy of any particular one may be obtained at a nominal charge.

2. Information available outside Freedom of Information Act:

Provides details of the arrangements made by Athlone Town District Council to facilitate the exercise of your rights under the Act. It also contains a statement of the Council's policy on confidentiality and freedom of information.

3. How to get information under Freedom of Information Act:



Athlone Town Council, Civic Centre, Church St., Athlone Co. Westmeath    Tel: 090 6442100 Fax: 090 6479020   Email: tclerk@athlonetc.ie