The purpose of the Freedom of Information Act is to promote greater openness and accountability.  
 
Information available on our website…
The North East Strategic Health Authority aims to make as much information as freely available to the public as possible.  Information you may be looking for might already be immediately available on this website. Why not search:    

• a guide to information, which highlights the main types of information held by the organisation and how it can be accessed
• previous Freedom of Information Act requests and responses
• the frequently asked questions section
• the whole website, by using the search facility in the top right hand corner of your screen

How to make an information request
If you have not already found the information on our website, you can make a freedom of information request. In order for us to provide the exact information you require please make sure your request is clear and specific.