Freedom of Information
Last reviewed: October 2026
Talybont-on-Usk Community Council is committed to being open and transparent about its work.
The Freedom of Information Act 2000 gives people the right to request recorded information held by public authorities. Environmental information may instead be dealt with under the Environmental Information Regulations 2004.
Before making a request
A large amount of Council information is already available on this website, including:
- agendas and minutes
- financial and audit information
- annual reports
- policies and governance documents
- councillor information
- other documents routinely published by the Council
Please check the website first, as the information you need may already be available.
How to make a Freedom of Information request
If you cannot find the information you need, you can make a request to the Council.
Please contact the Council in writing by email or post and include:
- your name
- an email or postal address for correspondence
- a clear description of the information you are requesting
You do not need to explain why you want the information.
Email: talybontcc@gmail.com
Post: [INSERT COUNCIL POSTAL ADDRESS TBC]
What happens next
The Council will consider your request and determine whether the requested information is held.
Under the Freedom of Information Act, public authorities normally have to respond promptly and within 20 working days of receiving a valid request.
We may contact you if we need clarification to identify the information you are requesting.
Environmental information
Requests concerning environmental matters may be dealt with under the Environmental Information Regulations 2004 rather than the Freedom of Information Act.
This can include information relating to matters such as:
- land
- water
- air
- wildlife and habitats
- planning and development
- waste
- environmental measures or activities
Environmental information should normally also be provided as soon as possible and no later than 20 working days after receipt of a request.
You do not need to decide whether your request falls under Freedom of Information or the Environmental Information Regulations before contacting us. The Council will consider which legislation applies.
Information we may not be able to provide
The right of access is not absolute.
Some information may be withheld where an exemption under the Freedom of Information Act or an exception under the Environmental Information Regulations applies.
This may include, for example, information involving:
- personal data
- confidential information
- information whose disclosure would prejudice certain legitimate interests
- information that the Council does not hold
Where information is withheld, we will normally explain why and identify the relevant exemption or exception.
Charges
Most information provided electronically will normally be supplied without charge.
In some circumstances, the Council may be entitled to make a reasonable charge, for example for substantial printing, copying or postage costs.
If a charge applies, we will tell you before providing the information.
Personal information about you
If you are asking for personal information that the Council holds about you, this is normally dealt with as a Subject Access Request under data protection law rather than as a Freedom of Information request.
Please see our Privacy & Data Protection page for more information.
If you are unhappy with our response
If you are dissatisfied with the Council’s handling of your request, please contact us in the first instance and explain your concerns.
You may also have the right to complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office, which oversees Freedom of Information and data protection law in the UK.
Information Commissioner’s Office
https://ico.org.uk/
Publication of information
The Council aims to publish information proactively wherever practical so that residents can access important Council information without having to make a formal request.