According to the Freedom of Information Act 2000 (FoIA), the Act was enacted, applying to public authorities including police forces, covering both operational and administrative areas. The Act incorporates exemptions, such as those under Section 31 (Law enforcement), which allow for information to be withheld where disclosure would prejudice law enforcement functions, aligning with the 'substantial harm' test. No further specific evidence related to the Macpherson Inquiry's influence on the Act's application to policing has been identified since its enactment.