Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) 2000 The Freedom of Information Act 2000 aims to promote greater openness and accountability across the public sector by: Ensuring the general public has the right of access to all information held by schools Requiring all schools to publish information which is held proactively through the adoption of "publication schemes" and to publish information in line with the scheme. In brief, a publication scheme: Is a guide to the types of information made available to the public. Commits schools to making information available. Has been formally adopted by the governing body. For a copy of Maesteg School's Freedom of Information Act or to request information please contact: Mrs P Evans on 01656 812700