Request to access public documents
In accordance with the principle of openness, official documents are primarily in the public domain, and everyone has the right to obtain information from them. If the data request concerns a public document that does not contain confidential information, then the person making the request does not have to state the reason for the request or explain what the information will be used for.
The provisions for the openness and confidentiality of documents is laid down in the Act on the Openness of Government Activities (621/1999), i.e. the Openness Act.
Requesting data from the Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County in accordance with the Openness Act
If you wish to obtain information from public documents of the Wellbeing Services County, please address your request to the Registry Office.
Registry Office, Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
P.O. Box 33, 02033 Western Uusimaa Wellbeing Services County
kirjaamo@luvn.fi
The data request should be as specific as possible to make the request easier to fulfil. For example, the date or headline of the document should always be mentioned, if known.
Depending on the type of the document, the Wellbeing Services County may provide the requested information either electronically or in paper format. Paper printouts may be subject to a fee.