The Freedom of Information Bill, 2012

Independence of the
Commission

(f)

have regard to all applicable international
information management and dissemination
standards and;

(g)

ensure that public authorities provide adequate
safeguard for personal information.

8. (1)Except as provided under this Act or any other law, the
Commission shall exercise its functions without any political bias
or interference and shall be wholly independent and separate from
the Government, any political party, nominating authority or any
person or body.
(2) The Commission is_
(a) subject only to the Constitution and the law; and
(b) independent and not subject to the direction and control
by any person or authority.

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