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Extend the Freedom of Information Act to Registered Social Landlords (RSLs)

Closed 37 signatures

What the petition asks

RSLs exercise functions similar to those of local authorities but are not subject to the same scrutiny. This right could enable tenants and residents to obtain risk assessments, safety certificates, and other documents vital to holding RSLs (and their subsidiaries) to account.
This goal can be achieved by amending the Renters (Reform) Bill to designate RSLs (and their subsidiaries) in England and Wales as public authorities for the purposes of the Freedom of Information Act.

In Scotland, RSLs are already designated public authorities for the purposes of the Freedom of Information Act.

Timeline

14 May 2024 Petition opened for signatures
29 May 2024 Closed to new signatures

Key facts

Signatures 37
Status Closed
Opened 14 May 2024
Closed 29 May 2024

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Source: the official petition page. Last checked 15 Jul 2026.