Freedom of Information Ordinance (FoIO)

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Art. 20

The Federal Office and the departments shall designate at least one advisor for the implementation of the principle of freedom of information. The advisor shall have the following duties: a. advising the administrative units, persons and organisations outside the Federal Administration, subject to the Freedom of Information Act; b. disseminating information and training staff; c. participating in the implementation of legislation on the principle of freedom of information.

Official text on Fedlex — consolidation of 1 November 2023

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