Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) & Transparency - The Home Office refused to release records about NGOs and charities influencing asylum accommodation policy, citing "safety risk" and potential "public backlash" due to the requestor's social media activity [1] - The Freedom of Information Act is applicant blind, ensuring authorities cannot selectively disclose information [2] - The Home Office is accused of shielding well-connected NGOs and contractors shaping policy on illegal migration and housing at taxpayers' expense from scrutiny [2] - An internal review has been filed demanding the decision be overturned, along with a follow-up FOI request for agendas and topics of secretive meetings [3] Concerns Regarding Transparency and Influence - The requestor's social media activity included sharing personal details and misleading narratives, causing safety concerns among stakeholders [2] - The government department is using the requestor's identity as a journalist to justify blocking a lawful transparency request [1]