Overview
This is the first version of our publication scheme. We are still developing content for some information categories. We will add documents and datasets as they become available.
IBCA is committed to ensuring you can easily find, request and receive information about our work.
A publication scheme is a document that explains what information an organisation routinely makes available to the public and how you can access it.
Public authorities must have one under the Freedom of Information Act 2000.
The IBCA publication scheme tells you:
- what types of information we publish - known as 'information classes'
- where you can find the information - for example, on the IBCA website
- whether the information is free or there's a charge
- how to request information that is not online
How to access information
Most of the information in the publication scheme is available on our website. If information is not available online, or you want print copies of information from our website, write to:
Information Rights and Disclosure
PO Box 384
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE98 1XY
We aim to provide this information within 5 working days of receiving your request.
If you cannot find the information you need
If you are looking for the type of information that is included in the publication scheme but you cannot find it, you can contact us at ibcaenquiries@ibca.org.uk.
If you need access to information that is not included in this publication scheme, you can make a freedom of information (FOI) request by emailing ibca.datagov@ibca.org.uk.
You can read the Information Commissioner's Office guidance on preparing a request for information.
Using this information
The information we publish in the publication scheme is subject to either:
- IBCA copyright
- third-party copyright
If the information is subject to our copyright, you can reproduce it free of charge in any format or medium. You must reproduce it accurately and not use it misleadingly. If you republish or copy the information, you must identify the source of the information and acknowledge the copyright status.
If the information is subject to third-party copyright, you must get permission to publish the material from the copyright holder.
You cannot reproduce, copy or use the information in any other way for commercial purposes. We will charge if the information is published for commercial purposes.
To ask about using the information for commercial purposes, email the Director of Communications at ibca-media@ibca.org.uk.
Giving feedback
If you have suggestions, feedback or complaints about the publication scheme, contact:
Information Rights and Disclosure Lead
PO Box 384
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE98 1XY
The Director of Strategy and Policy is responsible for the publication scheme. You can contact them by post:
Director of Strategy and Policy
PO Box 384
Newcastle upon Tyne
NE98 1XY