Freedom of Information Bill

Part of the debate – in the House of Lords at 8:45 pm on 19 October 2000.

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Photo of Lord Lucas Lord Lucas Conservative 8:45, 19 October 2000

Does the Minister agree that, when the public interest is measured, some weight should be given to the general public interest in disclosure? It is in the public interest that the Government should generally be open.