Investigative journalist and FOI expert Matthew Davis explains how the Freedom of Information Act transformed journalism, giving reporters powerful new weapons in their armory. The video also includes tips on how to make an FOI request - and advice on how to be successful.
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Wobbing = (verb, Dutch journalist slang) getting documents through Freedom of Information legislation.
Etymology: Wet Openbaarheid van Bestuur
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