Scottish Government FOI Index

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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2,060 matching releases

Loch Hourn sample data: EIR Review

Original request 202600516533 The following information regarding an investigation into an alleged pollution incident at Loch Hourn, Scottish Government: When the sediment samples where collected; Which vessel collected the samples; How many samples were collected; When analysis of the samples was commenced, if it ha...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence briefings s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-31
Reference: EIR/202600522300 Review of 202600516533
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Glendye Wind Farm overhead line planning consent: EIR release

1. All information submitted by SSEN Transmission either directly to the ECU or indirectly via Aberdeenshire Council concerning: partial undergrounding of the proposed connection; undergrounding of the western section of the route; alternatives to the proposed overhead line in the western section. 2. Any technical as...

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.10(5)G s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-31
Reference: EIR/202600520300
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Local Government (St. Margaret's Hope Pier Order Adaptation) Order 1930: EIR release

(1) The Trust's annual accounts from 2020 through 2025. (2) The plans which are annexed to the 1902 Act. (3) The Local Government (St. Margaret's Hope Pier Order Adaptation) Order 1930. (4) The current, acting trustees of the Trust, details of their appointment and the period of their appointment. (5) The “electors” re...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.10(4) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-25
Reference: EIR/202600515093
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - structural inspection documentation relating to M8 Woodside Viaducts: EIR release

Under Freedom of Information, I wish to know the following: All structural inspection reports, risk assessments, and engineering surveys relating to the M8 Woodside Viaducts between 2015–present, including any reports identifying cracking, load concerns, or deterioration. Also request for: dates of each inspection sum...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-25
Reference: EIR/202600514977
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Forth Road Bridge maintenance works queries: EIR release

Under the provision of the Freedom of Information Act, please advise: 1) Cost to date of works completed on the Forth Road Bridge since its closure to general traffic when Queensferry Crossing was opened. 2) Budget for the current and future tax years (if available) for “maintenance” on the Forth Road bridge. 3) Other...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 10 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-25
Reference: EIR/202600515871
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - A90 footbridges maintenance costs and evaluation: EIR release

I am requesting the following information as a FOISA request as per the legislation: 1: With regards to the maintenance works being carried out on the footbridges at Strathmartine road and Old Glamis road on the Kingsway in Dundee. Can you provide the full costs of these works as of today for each location? 2: For th...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 7 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-25
Reference: EIR/202600516066
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Road traffic accident, road and lane closure data for the A75 and A77: EIR release

You asked for: 1. The number of planned road closures on the A75 and A77 between the 1st and 30th April 2026. 2. The number of unplanned road closures on the A75 and A77 between the 1st and 30th April 2026. 3. The number of lane closures on the A75 and A77 between the 1st and 30th April 2026. 4. The number of road tra...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 9 working days correspondence s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-25
Reference: EIR/202600515962
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - LED trunk road lighting information: EIR release

Thank you for your response of 10 April 2026 and for providing sample documentation relating to LED trunk road lighting, including design records, environmental management plans, and asset information. Having reviewed the sample materials, I am writing to refine and narrow the scope of my request under the Environment...

FOI/EIR already published 55 score 18 working days correspondence meetings contracts s.20 s.2(2) s.7 s.6(1) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-25
Reference: EIR/202600515083
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - details and cost of newly-implemented 20mph signage: EIR release

-The total cost of implementing 20mph signage in Moray -The total number of new signs installed, and any signs removed or replaced -The specific cost of installing signage on the A95 at Aberlour and Craigellachie, and on the A96 at Elgin and Keith -Details of any funding or resources allocated for enforcement of the ne...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 17 working days correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2) s.19 s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-24
Reference: EIR/202600513768
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Information relating to review of Schedule 2 to Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: EIR release

In relation to the review of Schedule 2 to the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Defra announced a consultation (available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/improving-protection-for huntable-wild-birds) on 23rd March 2026. We would be grateful if you could provide us with the following information: A...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: FOI/202600512318
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Livestock health and welfare information: EIR release

In reference to “the reported decision to cull 271 apparently healthy cattle in Fife due to failures in livestock identification and traceability”. You asked for answers to the following questions: 1. What specific legislation required or authorized this decision? 2. Was the cull legally mandatory, or did decision-ma...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 5 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: EIR/202600524827
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Vessel monitoring system - data request: EIR release

Anonymised VMS data….from the past year, information detailing fishing vessel positions around the Northern part of the Scottish North Sea with timings of when equipment was lowered or when vessels were in that area.

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 17 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: FOI/202600515553
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Scottish Forestry - Information regarding forestry plantation at Synton Mains Farm: EIR release

1. An update on the proposed Forestry plantation at Synton Mains Farm, Ashkirk, Selkirk TD7 4PA (latest designs, stage of design/submission, timeframes, etc) 2. Confirmation that Gresham House owns the Synton Mains Farm land designated for planting, what the purchase price for the Farm was and what monies have been re...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence briefings contracts s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.10(5) 8 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600515981
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

All material relating to Planning Permission Appeal PPA-240-2086 (land near Banknock): EIR release

I want to fully scrutinise everything relating to PPA-240-2086 and, in the interests of transparency, I request copies of all documents (including Brodies) and communications with Falkirk Council, with the Duty Principal Reporter and with any others. Can I please also have copies of internal DPEA communications.

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600521754
Directorate: Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Correspondence relating to the impact of appeals under Sea Lice Risk Framework: EIR Review

Original request 202600510420 In a letter to the Scottish Government on 12 March 2025, Salmon Scotland said that fish farms would be appealing against variation notices imposed by the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (Sepa) under the Sea Lice Risk Framework. I subsequently reported that 210 appeals had been lodg...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/ 202600519821 Review of 202600510420
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Grants and funding awarded to Hunterston Estate: EIR release

I would be grateful if you would supply me with a list of the grants awarded to Hunterston Estate from the year 1985 to the present. These may include grants for the upkeep of the estate, Castle, House, heritage grants, agricultural and biodiversity awards, and any other funds, including loans which have been awarded ...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600520379
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Westminster funding for tower block cladding: EIR release

I understand that the Scottish Government received approximately £97.1 million during the 2021/22 financial year. 1. How much has been spent to date ? 2. Which projects was the money spent on ? ( Breakdown per project with supporting documentation ) 3. What is the remaining balance of the funding received ? 4. What...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600519809
Directorate: Cladding Remediation Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

A68 from Pathhead to Lauder road closures: EIR release

You stated : A68 from Pathhead to Lauder I am respectfully requesting a F.O.I for the dates that the above part of the A68 has been closed or inaccessible (during any time of the day) from 20/03/2020 to 19/06/2026. I also request the same information for the following time frame - 20/03/2014 to 19/06/2020. If you co...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 8 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600523162
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Results of water sample testing in Loch Long, Loch Duich or Loch Alsh: EIR release

Last year SEPA vessels were present in the Loch Long , Loch Alsh and Loch Duich area and carried out water sample testing on behalf of Marine Scotland. SEPA do not hold the results. I am unable to find released results of these samples on the Marine Scotland website, either in datasets or maps. I would like the resu...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-13
Reference: EIR/202600520320
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Tealing to Kintore overhead line application information: EIR release

1. Details, including the participants and minutes of any meetings or correspondence or communication between the applicants and the Scottish Government regarding the topics and format of the Environmental Impact Assessment to be submitted on the application for the Tealing to Kintore overhead line s.37 application (EC...

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.37 s.4 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-13
Reference: EIR/202600519393
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Flooding & drainage works on A7: EIR release

Our request relates to reports of flooding on, and drainage works carried out on the A7, in the immediate vicinity of Brierybank Ewes, Langholm, DG13 OHJ. The location is found at grid reference E337186 and N591231. We understand that the management of the A7 is the responsibility of BEAR Scotland. Please provide us ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 7 working days correspondence s.2 s.3 s.4 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 10 attachments

Published: 2026-08-11
Reference: EIR/202600522163
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Ofgem and National Energy System Operator (NESO) correspondence: EIR Review

Original request 202600512326 Further to the delay in publishing a National Energy Strategy for Scotland, I am submitting this Freedom of Information request to ascertain the Scottish Government's current thinking and the evidence that underpins that current position. In particular, I am interested to learn how the G...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.11(2) s.10(4) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600517777 Review of 202600512326
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

New Mull Campus project information: EIR release

You asked for particular information relating to the New Mull Campus Project.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) s.12(5) 4 attachments

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600517477
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

Transport Scotland Review and Options Analysis of Edinburgh South Suburban Railway Report: EIR release

1. “Review and Options Analysis of the Edinburgh South Suburban Railway” (Atkins Consultants, March 2004) 2. “Review of the Reintroduction of Passenger Train Services on the Edinburgh South Suburban Railway” (Halcrow Group Ltd, March 2008) For both studies, I am specifically requesting: The full final report (not ju...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 10 working days correspondence s.10(4) s.20 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600520107
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Documentation relating to the provision of vehicle recovery services during works on the M8: EIR Review

Original request 202600514396 Full disclosure of all documentation, contracts, agreements, and associated records relating to the provision of vehicle recovery services during the planned works on the M8 Junctions 16 to 17 (Woodside Viaduct). This request is made on the basis of operational concerns arising from mult...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 20 working days correspondence briefings contracts spending s.20 s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600517825 Review of 202600514396
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport