Summary
- The head of the Environment Agency admitted that freedom of information requests have been buried by the regulator because the truth about the environment in England is considered embarrassing.
- Concerns were raised about the transparency and disclosure of information related to pollution, England’s waterways, and meetings with water company CEOs.
- The Information Commissioner’s Office emphasized that public sector leaders should take transparency seriously and respond to information requests promptly.
- The Environment Agency is working towards making more data available and addressing concerns raised by staff working on water-related issues.
