Freedom of Information Act consultation a ‘full frontal attack’, says actor Michael Sheen
Actor Michael Sheen has added his voice to calls for the Freedom of Information Act to be protected, warning it is under “full frontal attack” by the Government.
The Welsh star said the public’s right to know should “transcend the political rivalries and jostling that make up the daily cut and thrust of the Westminster bubble”.
The comments come as a cross-party commission considers changes to the legislation, potentially including more charges for access to material.
Sheen, who has portrayed former Prime Minister Tony Blair on screen, said: “The public right to know is a principle that transcends the political rivalries and jostling that make up the daily…
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Rogues & Vagabonds 
Reblogged this on perfectlyfadeddelusions.
I agree completely.
It is a terrifying world we, or rather our so-called leaders, our giving our children and grandchildren. It breaks my heart.