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Freedom of Information Act 2000: Key legislation governing access to information held by public authorities. Essential to consider when requesting information from government bodies.

Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR: Legislation ensuring proper handling of personal data in government communications and requests. Must be considered when sharing personal information as part of the assistance request.

Public Bodies (Admission to Meetings) Act 1960: Legislation governing access to and conduct of public authority meetings. Relevant when requesting attendance or participation in government meetings.

Local Government Act 1972: Fundamental legislation setting out powers and duties of local authorities. Essential when dealing with local government bodies and their scope of assistance.

Equality Act 2010: Legislation ensuring non-discriminatory access to public services and protecting against unfair treatment based on protected characteristics.

Public Services (Social Value) Act 2012: Legislation requiring consideration of economic, social, and environmental well-being in public services procurement. Relevant when requesting services from public authorities.

Administrative Law principles: Common law principles governing public body decision-making, including reasonableness, procedural fairness, and legitimate expectation.

Human Rights Act 1998: Legislation incorporating the European Convention on Human Rights into UK law. Must be considered when requests involve fundamental rights and freedoms.