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  Miscellaneous 2009

Freedom of Information: The taxpayer's lone ranger

Source: Taxation In Australia Journal Article

Published Date: 1 Nov 2009

 
Freedom of Information was hailed as the "shining light" of Government accountability when introduced in 1982. In taxation, taxpayers could now obtain information and records created by the Commissioner’s officers. The issue has gained currency with the Commonwealth Government’s announcement of the regime’s revision. This article considers the existing laws’ application, the relevance to taxation and finally, elements in the ATO’s functionality that are imperative to satisfy a request.
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