The Freedom of Information Act aims to extend the right of members of the public to access information in the possession of public authorities in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

This Act enables the orderly and progressive development of land and the proper planning of town and country areas in Saint Vincent and the Grenadines.

This Act makes provision for the conservation and maintenance of the environment in the interest of health generallv and in particular in relation to places frequented by the public. 

The Constitution of Saint Vincent and the Grenadines ensures access to information and participation within the framework of the freedoms of expression, peaceful assembly and association. It also provides constitutional guarantees in case the aforementioned rights are infringed.