Making a FOI Request
Under the Freedom of Information Act 2000, you have the right to request information held by Hebden Royd Town Council.
- Requests must be in writing (by email or letter).
- We will normally respond within 20 working days.
- Please include your name, contact address, and a clear description of the information you are seeking.
Email: info@hebdenroydtowncouncil.gov.uk
Address: Hebden Royd Town Council, Hebden Bridge Town Hall, St. George’s Street, Hebden Bridge, HX7 7BY
Publication Scheme
The Council has adopted the ICO Model Publication Scheme, which sets out the classes of information we make routinely available.
FOI Disclosure Log
To reduce duplication and improve transparency, we publish our responses to FOI requests here.
If you are considering making a request, please check this log first to see if the information you want has already been provided.
(Note: requester names and personal details are not published)
Hebden Royd Town Council vs Information Commissioner and Anor
FT/EA/2025/0361 – 5th May 2026
HRTC was recently involved in the above legal case re. the Picture House.
More information can be found below.
The Council is sharing the above information in the public interest.
Following the legal proceedings, which concerned Freedom of Information requests made to the Council, the Tribunal allowed the Council’s appeal, finding that the Council did not hold the requested information and that the Decision Notice was based on an error of law. As the proceedings required a significant commitment of Officers time and public resources, the Council believes residents should be informed of the outcome.
Repeated or Vexatious Requests
The Council may refuse requests under Section 14(1) of the Freedom of Information Act where they are deemed to be vexatious, repeated, or part of a campaign of harassment. This ensures Council resources are used effectively to serve the whole community.
Other Information
- For personal data requests, please see our Privacy Policy.
- If you are dissatisfied with the Council’s response, you may request an internal review.
- If you remain unhappy, you can complain to the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO): www.ico.org.uk.
