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Politics
Dominic Giannini

THE TRUTH ABOUT: Analysis recommends no price on freedom of information - The Untold Story

A review of one jurisdiction's freedom of information system has found against charging applicants. (Mick Tsikas/AAP PHOTOS)

Freedom of information requests should be free, an independent analysis has found, poking holes in the attorney-general's argument to introduce new fees.

Requests made under freedom of information laws should be stripped of feeds, a review of the ACT's laws has concluded, while public interest tests should be simplified and leadership enhanced to promote a pro-disclosure culture.

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