Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,640releases indexed
40,478attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,386partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-09-02newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,386 unclear 7,405 not held 3,239 released 1,581 already published 700 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5149 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3727 s.39(2) 3593 s.30 2994 s.17(1) 2922 s.25(1) 2520 s.10(4) 2060 s.11(2) 1619 s.29(1) 1223 s.2 1222 s.3 958

Timeline

2026-09 1 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,312 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 978 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 961 releases · 30.9 avg days Learning Directorate 871 releases · 34.3 avg days Economic Development Directorate 737 releases · 39.7 avg days Constitution Directorate 702 releases · 35.9 avg days Population Health Directorate 665 releases · 28.5 avg days People Directorate 657 releases · 25.6 avg days
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Clarification on gender neutral provision for transgender pupils: FOI release

Page 22 of the Scottish Government's Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools: Guidance for Scottish Schools says: "Education authorities and schools should consider the toilet provision necessary for transgender pupils. This may include the use of gender neutral provision." It is not clear whether "gender neutral" re...

FOI unclear 55 score 15 working days correspondence s.19
Published
2026-02-10
Reference
FOI/202500492885
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Equality and rights, Public sector

Scottish Government Capital Funding for New School Buildings: FOI release

“Under Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, I am requesting information on capital funding provided directly by the Scottish Government to local authorities for the construction of new-build or full replacement primary, secondary or ASN school buildings in Scotland. This request concerns only to capital funding...

FOI unclear 75 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-10
Reference
FOI/202500492905
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

New Mull Campus queries: FOI release

1) The quantum/amount of funding that Argyll & Bute Council will receive for the new campus on Mull depended on the preferred site being determined. The site has been selected but the project has been paused pending the outcome of a Judicial Review. Has the amount of funding been determined if so, how much will the Cou...

FOI not held 45 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings contracts spending s.4 s.12 s.17(1)
Published
2026-02-10
Reference
FOI/202500493252
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

First Minister's trip to Springburn Academy documentation: FOI release

You asked for all documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings, and analysis, about John Swinney’s trip to Springburn Academy on June 23, between June 1 2025 and July 10 2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-09
Reference
FOI/202500491172
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Incidents relating to the handling of offensive weapons in Scottish Schools: FOI release

Information under the following sections: 1. National dataset by local authority 2. Incident categorisation / context 3. Injuries and outcomes 4. Data sources, definitions and guidance 5. Analysis or briefings

FOI clarification 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence briefings s.17 s.25(1) s.38(1) 4 attachments
Published
2026-02-09
Reference
FOI/202500491924
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Payments and costs of the current Glow contract: FOI release

1. The register shows the current Glow contract runs until 30 September 2027. Could you confirm roughly how the payments are spread over that period — for example, what’s been paid in previous years and what’s expected for 2025–27? I’m just trying to understand whether it’s a steady annual amount or varies year to year...

FOI unclear 50 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending
Published
2026-02-09
Reference
FOI/202500492420
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Number of concerns and requests to withdraw the guidance Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools: FOI release

Please supply details of all concerns logged with the Scottish Government and requests made to withdraw the Scottish Government guidance Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools. Please provide copies of all letters and petitions sent to the Scottish Government.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-04
Reference
FOI/202500491766
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Scottish National Standardised Assessments (SNSA) cost: FOI release

1. How much have the Scottish National Standardised Assessments cost the Scottish Government, broken down by (a) each year since they were introduced? 2. How much are these tests projected to cost the Scottish Government in each of the next five years, including the current year, broken down by the provider? 3. How l...

FOI unclear 75 score 17 working days correspondence contracts spending 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-27
Reference
FOI/202500490609
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Local Authorities who provide 1:1 devices for secondary school pupils: FOI release

You asked for: “Could you please let me know how many local authorities in Scotland provide secondary age pupils in schools with 1:1 devices such as Chromebooks or iPads?”

FOI not held 40 score 13 working days correspondence
Published
2026-01-27
Reference
FOI/202500491859
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Guidance for schools on transgender pupils queries: FOI release

I refer to the urgent question on 30th September Meeting of the Parliament: 30/09/2025 | Scottish Parliament Website and Jenny Gilruth comment, "The guidance on which the revised guidance is based was developed in the light of engagement with a range of stakeholders, etc ..." 1) Parents and carers: How many parents/ca...

FOI released 75 score 20 working days correspondence meetings s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-19
Reference
FOI/202500487572
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Equality and rights, Public sector

Urban Rural Classification and Census data used in Rural Schools list: EIR release

1. “In the January 2025 Rural Schools list what Census is the statement "2020 (Census) data" referring to, as the last full Census was undertaken in Scotland during 2022?” 2. “Why was the 2020 Scottish Government Urban Rural Classification used in the January 2025 Rural Schools List, given the 2022 Classification had ...

FOI/EIR unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence
Published
2026-01-14
Reference
FOI/202500484748
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) Code of Practice and Supporting Transgender Young People in Schools information: FOI release

1. Have the Scottish Government received any versions of the updated Code of Practice sent by the Equality and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) to the UK Government for approval on or after 5 September 2025? 2. Please provide copies of any versions and any covering correspondence received by the Scottish Government in r...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.5 s.36(2) s.36(1) s.17(1)
Published
2026-01-14
Reference
FOI/202500486694
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Equality and rights, Public sector

Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools Guidance for Education Authorities and Schools correspondence: FOI release

1. Any correspondence (including emails, letters, phone calls, handwritten notes, WhatsApp messages or any other documents) between the office of the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills and the office of the First Minister regarding the “Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools Guidance for Education Authorities...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers whatsapp s.38(1) s.29(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-14
Reference
FOI/202500486893
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Equality and rights, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools Guidance for Education Authorities and Schools: FOI release

1 Any correspondence sent to Jenny Gilruth relating to the Government’s ‘Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools Guidance for Education Authorities and Schools’ and its revision since April 2025. 2 Any correspondence received by Jenny Gilruth relating to the Government’s ‘Supporting Transgender Pupils in Schools Guid...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-14
Reference
FOI/202500486899
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Equality and rights, Public sector

Secondary and further education pupil statistics: FOI release

1.) How many 16-18 year old are in full or part time secondary school education in Scotland? 2.) How many 16-18 year old are in full or part time further education in Scotland?

FOI unclear 55 score 1 working days correspondence s.2
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500488267
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

List of schools within the jurisdiction of the Scottish Government: FOI release

Most up-to-date list of schools within your jurisdiction, including the following for each school. Generic school contact email address (e.g. office@, admin@) Headteacher’s email address SENCO’s email address (or equivalent role if different title is used)

FOI not held 65 score 3 working days correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500486731
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

RM Unify Glow contract information: FOI release

The end date of the current contract between the Scottish Government and RM Technology for the provision of Glow (delivered through RM Unify). The duration of the most recent renewal, and whether there are any extension options built into the agreement. Any publicly available documents or procurement notices that set...

FOI unclear 55 score 11 working days correspondence contracts s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500485656
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Secondary School Exam Results: FOI release

1. The number of pupils achieving five or more awards at SCQF Level 6 or above, separated into: a. Pupils whose awards are made up of SQA National Qualifications at SCQF Level 6(Highers and equivalent). b. Pupils whose awards include other SCQF Level 6 qualifications (e.g. Foundation Apprenticeships, National Progres...

FOI unclear 75 score 15 working days correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2025-12-31
Reference
FOI/202500482842
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills meeting materials referencing UK Supreme Court judgement: FOI release

I understand that the Cabinet Secretary for Education & Skills, Jenny Gilruth, referenced the UK Supreme Court judgment in For Women Scotland v Scottish Ministers at a meeting on 11 June 2025. Please provide the minutes and any other written material regarding this meeting.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.38(1) s.30 s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-12-03
Reference
FOI/202500481466
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Additional Support Need data by local authority: FOI release

The number of pupils, as per the most recent pupil census, with at least one Additional Support Need (ASN), broken down by local authority.

FOI unclear 50 score 3 working days correspondence
Published
2025-12-02
Reference
FOI/202500484033
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Impact Assessments for school guidance correspondence: FOI release

1. A copy of any internal correspondence between Scottish Government officials detailing the requirement and any considerations related to the need for an Equality Impact Assessment (EQIA) and Child Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment (CRWIA) for the Fostering a Positive, Inclusive and Safe School Environment guidan...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) s.27(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-11-19
Reference
FOI/202500480478
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Correspondence between the General Teaching Council for Scotland and the Scottish Government's Learning Directorate: FOI release

A copy of all correspondence between the General Teaching Council for Scotland and the Scottish Government's Learning Directorate over the past 3 months were both parties are the sender and the main recipient, i.e., not on copy.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.36(1) s.30 s.28 s.29 4 attachments
Published
2025-11-17
Reference
FOI/202500479087
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Fostering a Positive, Inclusive and Safe School Environment guidance information: FOI release

You asked for the following information in relation to the Fostering a Positive, Inclusive and Safe School Environment guidance, published on 17 June 2025: 1. A list of all organisations, individuals, or stakeholder groups consulted during the drafting of this guidance. 2. Copies of any consultation responses or feed...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 41 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.3 s.25(1) s.11 s.19 s.27(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.25 s.24 s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-11-11
Reference
FOI/202500471346
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Strategic Futures Groups (SFG) meeting minutes: FOI Review

Please can you send me all minutes from the ‘strategic futures group’ from 2010 until now. Please can you send a membership list of this group also? I understand this is made up of SG, Universities Scotland and SFC, but I would like to know the positions/titles of the members.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 31 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.21(4) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-11-06
Reference
FOI/202500460156
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector