Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

7,100releases indexed
11,002attachments found
26.0avg calendar days
2,867partially withheld
2024-09-02oldest in sample
2026-05-15newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 2,867 unclear 1,842 not held 1,127 released 500 already published 296 cost limit 255 clarification 112 withheld 82 transferred 19

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 1974 s.20 1461 s.34(1) 1456 s.39(2) 1227 s.30 1195 s.17(1) 1022 s.25(1) 898 s.10(4) 763 s.11(2) 607 s.29(1) 519 s.2 448 s.3 342

Timeline

2026-05 339 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263 2025-10 217

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 491 releases · 27.4 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 425 releases · 27.5 avg days Marine Directorate 274 releases · 26.7 avg days Local Government and Housing Directorate 267 releases · 25.4 avg days People Directorate 243 releases · 23.7 avg days Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate 229 releases · 31.2 avg days Population Health Directorate 228 releases · 24.7 avg days Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate 199 releases · 23.6 avg days
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National review of responses to group-based child sexual abuse and exploitation documentation: FOI release

All documents held by the Scottish Government relating to the establishment, remit, governance, and operation of the national review of responses to group-based child sexual abuse and exploitation, announced on 4 December 2025 and that this should include: 1. The formal terms of reference of the review. 2. Governance...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 35 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.3 s.4 s.17(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-09
Reference
FOI/202500497247
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Independent Advisers’ investigation canvassing information: FOI release

A list of the officials (by name, or by position where naming is not possible) who “canvassed an opinion that Parliament may not have been misinformed” in the report of the Independent Advisers’ investigation into Angela Constance, published on 6th January 2026. You also asked to be provided with all correspondence (b...

FOI already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings whatsapp s.25(1) s.27(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-09
Reference
FOI/202600500347
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Registered Fostering Agency (RFA) queries: FOI release

What action is planned to eliminate the practice of RFA’s transferring money to their parent organisation in the form of loans? What steps are being taken to recover the public funds extracted by creative accounting?

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers contracts s.25(1) s.29(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-03
Reference
FOI/202500491955
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

National Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Strategic Group information: FOI release

Information regarding the National Child Sexual Abuse and Exploitation Strategic Group. 1. The dates and minutes of all meetings of the Group held since 1 January 2023. 2. A list of any sub-groups or working groups established by the Group, with their purpose and membership where available. 3. Copies of any action p...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.30 s.29(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-03
Reference
FOI/202500491045
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Baby Box information: FOI release

1. The number of Baby Boxes handed out by the Scottish Government for each financial year since it was launched. 2. The cost to the Scottish Government for the Baby Box, broken down by financial year. 3. Any difference in cost versus budget (i.e. £1million over/underspend) for each financial year in relation to the B...

FOI unclear 50 score 61 working days over deadline correspondence spending
Published
2026-01-22
Reference
FOI/202500491624
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Oversight of asylum support in Scotland: FOI release

1. Asylum dispersal reports for Scotland (2023-2025), including UASC placements and compliance with Children Act 1989 equivalents. 2. Data on processing delays for asylum seekers in Scotland (2024-2025), including impacts on statutory duties under Immigration Rule 333A. 3. Local procurement records for asylum support i...

FOI released 100 score 19 working days correspondence contracts s.2 s.4 s.5 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-21
Reference
FOI/202500488855
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Documentation regarding free school breakfast clubs: FOI release

All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings, and analysis, about free school breakfast clubs, from the last month.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings contracts s.33(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.33(2) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-20
Reference
FOI/202500488053
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Correspondence on whether a correction to the Official Report was necessary regarding remarks on Professor Alexis Jay: FOI release

You asked "for the period 16th September 2025 - date, please provide all internal and external correspondence (including by direct messaging application) and notes of phone calls or meetings (in person or virtual) which discuss the question of whether a correction to the Official Report was necessary with respect to re...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers meetings whatsapp s.38(1) s.30 s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-20
Reference
FOI/202500498692
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

NHS Highland correspondence regarding maternity services in Caithness: FOI release

The correspondence with NHS Highland referred to in the parliamentary question S6W-40280: Written question and answer: S6W-40280 | Scottish Parliament Website All correspondence with NHS Highland since May 2021 with reference to maternity services in Caithness.

FOI cost limit 70 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending s.38 s.12 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-14
Reference
FOI/202500486261
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Proposed downgrade of Ninewells neonatal intensive care unit correspondence: FOI release

All correspondence relating to the proposed downgrade of Ninewells neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) received by or communicated from Minister for Public Health and Women's Health, Jenni Minto from September 1 2024 to date. This includes all forms of communication available, not limited to but including, email, text...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers whatsapp s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500484999
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Health and social care, Public sector

Reduction in the number of neonatal intensive care units correspondence: FOI release

All external correspondence involving Scottish Ministers relating to the reduction of the number of neonatal intensive care units (NICU) from eight to three as per the Best Start policy All Internal correspondence involving Scottish Ministers relating to the reduction of the number of neonatal intensive care units (NI...

FOI transferred 55 score 17 working days correspondence ministers spending s.12
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500485248
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Health and social care, Public sector

First Minister and Alexis Jay conversation materials: FOI release

Any briefing prepared for the First Minister, any minute of the conversation and any correspondence relating to the conversation that the First Minister held with Alexis Jay on 26 November 2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.38(1) s.29(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500496394
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Correspondence on calls for inquiry or review into group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse: FOI release

All correspondence and records held by the Scottish Government from 1 September 2025 to 30 September 2025 that relate to calls for an inquiry or review into group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse (also known as grooming gangs) in Scotland.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.38(1) s.30 s.29(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-05
Reference
FOI/202500488098
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Correspondence on calls for inquiry or review into group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse: FOI Review

Original request - 202500488098 All correspondence and records held by the Scottish Government from 1 September 2025 to 30 September 2025 that relate to calls for an inquiry or review into group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse (also known as grooming gangs) in Scotland.

FOI already published 80 score 15 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.30 s.29(1) s.25(1) s.36(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-05
Reference
FOI/202500492594 Review of 202500488098
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Funding for Early Learning Centres (ELC): FOI release

1. Do Local Authorities receive funding for ELC (nursery place) has been applied for, whose 3rd birthdays falls prior to the term following? 2. Do Local Authorities have discretion in determining a cut off date prior to the start of term which may affect some children whose birthdays fall after the cut off date prior ...

FOI unclear 55 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.2 s.3
Published
2025-12-31
Reference
FOI/202500482313
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Professor Alexis Jay correspondence with the Scottish Government: FOI release

All correspondence between Alexis Jay and the Scottish Government between 16 September and present.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 7 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.38(1) s.29(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-12-10
Reference
FOI/202500496390
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Data for young people residing at various institutions: FOI release

Since August 2024, please provide a figure from the first of each month (September – August 2025) of how many young people were housed in Good Shepherd Centre, Bishopton on that day who were deemed a risk to themselves, and had not been accused or convicted of a crime. Since August 2024, please provide a figure from th...

FOI not held 40 score 19 working days correspondence
Published
2025-12-02
Reference
FOI/202500481415
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Posts and correspondence that contain the phrases birthing or pregnant people: FOI Review

Original Request: 202500472707 Any correspondence sent to or by Ministerial emails since 8 May 2024 that contain the phrase(s) “birthing persons”, “birthing person”, “birthing people”, “pregnant people”, “pregnant person”, and/or “pregnant persons”. Any posts on the Scottish Government All-Company group on Viva Engag...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-11-18
Reference
FOI/202500479251 Review of 202500472707
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Funding to the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA): FOI release

A breakdown of all funding provided by the Scottish Government to the National Day Nurseries Association (NDNA) between January 1, 2019, and August 1, 2025. For each funding award, please include: The amount awarded The date of the award The purpose of the funding Any associated grant agreement or contract Please pro...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings contracts s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-11-13
Reference
FOI/202500479306
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Development and implementation of the UN Convention on Rights of a Child (UNCRC) Incorporation Scotland Bill: FOI release

The total cost incurred by the Scottish Government, including Education Scotland and relevant directorates, in relation to the development and intended implementation of the UNCRC (Incorporation) (Scotland) Bill, including: Internal staffing and planning costs. Legal or external consultancy advice. Education-specific ...

FOI already published 55 score 17 working days correspondence spending s.12
Published
2025-11-03
Reference
FOI/202500477182
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Scottish Government and UK Government's meeting regarding the Baroness Casey audit: FOI release

1. Details of the meeting between Scottish Government and UK Government officials regarding Baroness Casey's audit of group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse, including the date of the meeting and a list of attendees. 2. A copy of the briefing pack prepared for the Scottish Government side for this meeting. 3...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 12 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.2 s.38(1) s.29(1)
Published
2025-11-03
Reference
FOI/202500477556
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Public safety and emergencies, Public sector

Anti-racism Action Plan for the Scottish Social Work Sector costs: FOI release

How much did it cost the Scottish Government to produce/fund the “Anti-racism Action Plan for the Scottish Social Work Sector” (Anti-racism Action Plan for the Scottish Social Work Sector What we are going to do to make social work actively anti-racist - gov.scot)

FOI unclear 50 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence meetings contracts spending
Published
2025-10-23
Reference
FOI/202500479851
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Equality and rights, Public sector

Scottish Football Association (SFA) Extra Time Partnership: FOI release

All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received, briefings, minutes/notes from meetings and analysis, about the Extra Time Partnership with the SFA, from the last month.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings contracts spending s.29(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) s.29 s.38 2 attachments
Published
2025-10-23
Reference
FOI/202500476607
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector