The book is written for those who have no or limited experience of making applications to get State information.

It takes people on a step by step guide though the process of seeking information under FOI, AIE or the Data Protection Acts. The book explains in simple, easy to understand language the various sections of the Acts that are frequently cited by State bodies to refuse or limit the amount of information to be released. It also goes into details on how to appeal and what arguments to make in that appeal.

The book also examines how the laws can be used by businesses to their benefit as well as advising how FOI requests can be made to other countries around the world as well as in the EU.