Hacker News·4 min read·medium
Germany set to restrict its Freedom of Information Act
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The German government is considering significant reforms to its Freedom of Information Act, which critics fear will severely limit public and journalistic access to official data. Proponents argue that increased confidentiality is necessary to protect against global cyberwarfare and security threats.
Critics fear the reforms could weaken government transparency by curbing civil society's access to official information and limiting requests from foreigners.
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