For the purposes of Freedom of Information, a tape is no different to a piece of paper – a request can be made for this type of material. The types of documents that may be released include files, maps, films, microfiche, photographs, computer printouts, tape recordings and videotapes. You can apply for a copy of it in the medium it exists in, or you can request that it be made available for you to look at, hear or obtain a transcript of. But you may be charged for this, so ask the FOI Officer about the charges.