If I Make an ATI Request will l Get Access to All Documents that Government Bodies Have?

No. There are some documents that are exempt or not open for public viewing. These documents are out of bounds to protect national or personal interest.

These documents relate to:

• Security and Defence;
• International Relations;
• The Cabinet (the Prime Minister and Ministers in his government);
• Law enforcement, for example the work of the police;
• Legal Privilege;
• The National Economy;
• Discussions on decisions taking place within government;
• Business affairs of others;
• Private matters of individuals;
• Heritage or historic sites.