Information Rights
The University of Bristol strives to be as open as possible in its attitudes, operations, policies and processes, and is pleased to share information about its activities.
Data Subject Rights (DPA Act 2018)
The UK General Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and Data Protection Act 2018 provide individuals with several statutory rights in relation to the information the University holds about them. For more information on how the University responds to request for information from individuals please refer to our Subject access requests page.
Freedom of Information and Environmental Regulations (FOI & EIR)
The Freedom of Information Act was introduced in 2005 to promote transparency in public bodies. It introduces a public "right to know" and is often used by journalists, researchers and campaigning groups. The University is subject to the Act under Schedule 1 Part IV 53(1)(b) as 'a university receiving financial support under section 65 of the Further and Higher Education Act 1992'. For full information including details on how to make a request for information please refer to our Freedom of Information and Environmental Regulations page.
Publication scheme
The best way to find information about the University is to use the A-Z index on the University website and the University Publication Scheme (a guide to information the University is committed to publish). However, if you cannot find the information you require please read the guidance on making a Freedom of Information request.