How to make an FOI request

Please note that a large amount of information about TU Dublin and its functions is publicly available without the need to make a Freedom of Information request. Those seeking information should, in the first instance, consult TU Dublin’s FOI Publication Scheme or the TU Dublin website.

How to make an FOI request:

• specify that the request is being made under the FOI Act
• be clear enough so that the public body to whom the request is addressed understands what records are being requested. In cases where the public body is not clear what records are being requested, it must assist the requester to put his/her request in such a way that the records being sought can be identified.
• When you are seeking information which is personal, you will be required to supply the appropriate identification as required by the decision maker.

Where to make an FOI request: 

Via our: online form

By email to: foi@tudublin.ie

By Post to: Information Governance Office, TU Dublin, Blanchardstown Campus, Blanchardstown Rd N, Blanchardstown, Dublin, D15 YV78.

Assistance to Persons with a Disability

The FOI Officer is available to provide assistance to persons with a disability to exercise their rights under the FOI Act (e.g. accepting oral requests from requesters, who are unable to read, print and/or write due to their disability, enabling the requester to inspect or have records explained to him or her).

On receipt of a request the FOI Officer will:

• Log the request
• Check that the request comes within the scope of the FOI Act
• Send an acknowledgement letter to requester within 10 days of receiving the request
• Ensure that the request receives consideration by the appropriate member of staff
• Notify the requester of the outcome/decision within 20 working days