Note : The following are examples of public interest considerations in favour
of disclosure of information--
(a) Disclosure of the information could
reasonably be expected to promote open discussion of public affairs, enhance
Government accountability or contribute to positive and informed debate on
issues of public importance.
(b) Disclosure of the information could
reasonably be expected to inform the public about the operations of agencies
and, in particular, their policies and practices for dealing with members of
the public.
(c) Disclosure of the information could reasonably be expected to
ensure effective oversight of the expenditure of public funds.
(d) The
information is personal information of the person to whom it is to be
disclosed.
(e) Disclosure of the information could reasonably be expected to
reveal or substantiate that an agency (or a member of an agency) has engaged
in misconduct or negligent, improper or unlawful conduct.
(3) The Information
Commissioner can issue guidelines about public interest considerations in
favour of the disclosure of government information, for the assistance of
agencies.