Released Confidential Information
Release of Confidential Information
Under the Code of Meeting Practice, Council is required to regularly review reports that were previously considered in the confidential section of Council meetings.
These reviews help ensure that information is only kept confidential for as long as it is genuinely necessary.
What this means
From time to time, Council assesses whether reports that were once confidential still need to remain so.
If Council determines that a report is no longer confidential, it must be made publicly available.
Frequently asked questions
What is a confidential Council report?
A confidential report is a document considered by Council in a closed session because it contains information that must be protected for legal, privacy, or public interest reasons.
Why are confidential reports reviewed?
Confidentiality is not always permanent. Under the Code of Meeting Practice, Council must regularly review confidential reports to check whether they still need to remain confidential.
How often are reports reviewed?
Confidential reports are reviewed on an ongoing basis, with a quarterly report provided to Council outlining which reports have been assessed and which have been released.
Why are some reports released?
If Council determines that the reasons for confidentiality no longer apply, the report is approved for public release to support transparency and access to information.
Will all confidential reports be released?
No. Some reports must remain confidential due to legal requirements, privacy considerations, or ongoing public interest concerns. Each report is assessed individually.
Where can I find released reports?
All reports approved for release are published on this page once they are no longer considered confidential.