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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A726 in East Kilbride: EIR release

1. Inspection records, including the inspection route and manner in which inspections are carried out for the carriageway on Queensway Road, East Kilbride from 1 January 2017 until 20 March 2018; 2. Details of any complaints or defects reported in any form in relation to Queensway Road, East Kilbride from 1 January 20...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 s.11(2) s.10(4) 14 attachments
Published
2018-06-27
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

RIDDOR reports/details of injuries relating to AWPR: EIR release

The number of RIDDOR reports in relation to the AWPR project since its commencement broken down by the following financial years a) 2015/16 b) 2016/17 c) 2017/18. Please provide the details of each injury that was caused and provide the detailed description of how the injury was caused. The number of accidents recorded...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.10(4)
Published
2018-06-27
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Number lost time incidents and injuries on AWPR: EIR release

The number of Lost Time Incidents on the site of the AWPR project since commencement broken down by the following financial years a) 2015/16 b) 2016/17 c) 2017/18. Please provide the details of each injury that was caused and provide the detailed description of how the injury was caused." As the information you have r...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-06-27
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

A9 Dualling: EIR release

'A few years ago you initiated an investigation via a firm of consultants into the issues relating to a potential upgrading of the already dualled part of the A9 road between the northern end of the M9 motorway near Bridge of Allan and the single carriageway section commencing at Luncarty. Please supply me with a copy...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2018-06-21
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Options, correspondence, Ministerial minutes, emails on Usan junction: EIR release

A list of the options currently under consideration for dealing with the stretch of single track at Usan junction, any written correspondence and emails regarding track improvements between Aberdeen and the Central Belt and minutes from Ministerial meetings regarding track improvements between Aberdeen and the Central ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2018-06-21
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Discussions Chief Planning Officer-withdrawal of draft planning advice: EIR release

Information about the decision to withdraw the Draft Planning Delivery Advice on Housing and Infrastructure specifically, discussions between the Chief Planning Officer, the Housing Minister, the Strategic Development Planning authorities third party development groups before any decision was made.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers briefings s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2018-06-21
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Information on the organisation's energy management system: EIR release

Details of the organisation's contract relating to their energy management system. Not all organisations have energy management system and if the organisation does not have one please ignore the contractual part of my request (1-6) and concentrate on questions 7-12. 1. The supplier who provides the software to the org...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence contracts spending s.8 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.6(1)
Published
2018-06-21
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Energy, Public sector

Scientific trial of electrofishing for razor clams: EIR release

How much data has been collected since the beginning of the scientific trial of electrofishing for razor clams?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-06-20
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Effects of electrofishery on the marine environment: EIR release

The data collected since the beginning of the scientific trial of electrofishing for razor clams on: a) the short-term effects of electrofishery on the marine environment? b) the long-term effects of electrofishery on the marine environment.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-06-20
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Contractors from Aberdeen Roads Unit in new maintenance: EIR release

A full list of Main Contractors, Consultants/Civil Engineers, Sub-contractors and suppliers involved with your new build and roads maintenance works from your Aberdeen Roads Unit (indicated on your Asset Management Map https://www.transport.gov.scot/media/35770/oc-map.jpg ) over the past 12 months to present. If sub-c...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-06-15
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Inch Cape Offshore Windfarm Development and Onshore Development: EIR release

'Can you please provide all correspondence between Scottish Government Ministers/officials and the Red Rock Limited regarding the Inch Cape Offshore Windfarm Development and associated Onshore development in East Lothian? In email dated 01st May 2018 you requested information "over the past 12 months.'

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 46 attachments
Published
2018-06-14
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route: Balmedie to Tipperty Project: EIR release

Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route/Balmedie to Tipperty (AWPR/B-T) Project 'I would like to request the following information under Freedom of Information legislation: 1. Any written correspondence and emails relating to the AWPR project. 2. Minutes of Ministerial meetings relating to the AWPR project and details of ...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers meetings contracts s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.2 s.10(4)
Published
2018-06-12
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Aberdeen Offshore Wind Farm Limited project: EIR release

'The Cable Laying Strategy Revision 8 and Approval Letter is not available on your website. I also note there has been no comment regarding the Popper & Hawkins report.' 'Please advise if Marine Scotland are going to await such a document before issuing other consents? Under the Environmental Information Act and the F...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.11(1) s.11(2) 34 attachments
Published
2018-06-11
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Statistics for 6 Improvement projects: EIR release

The following statistics for each of the following projects Forth Replacement Crossing, M8 M73 M74 Motorway Improvements, Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route, A9 Dualling Kincraig to Dalraddy; Planned Completion Date of each Project Issuance of Permit to Use for each of the Projects (where applicable) The contractual da...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.3 s.10(4) s.7 s.8 s.4 s.5 s.33 s.6
Published
2018-06-07
Reference
Directorate
Topic

Withdrawal of draft planning delivery advice: EIR review

Information about the Chief Planner's withdrawal of Draft Planning Delivery Advice on Housing and Infrastructure, specifically the: Number of Local Authorities who found the advice note problematic. Number of Local Authorities who saw the advice note as a positive way forward. Number of Developers who found the advice...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.10(4) s.9(1) 2 attachments
Published
2018-06-06
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Funding and correspondence in relation to Oxfam projects: FOI release

Details of all funding provided by the Scottish Government to Oxfam (including Oxfam Scotland, Oxfam UK and Oxfam worldwide). Details should include the amount and the purpose it was given. Details of correspondence (including letters, emails and records of any phone calls) between Scottish Government Ministers and off...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) 38 attachments
Published
2018-06-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Scottish Public Pensions Agency's energy management system: EIR release

Information regarding the Scottish Public Pension Agency's contract relating to their energy management system. Not all organisations have energy management system and if the organisation does not have one please ignore the contractual part of my request (1-6) and concentrate on questions 7-12. 1. The supplier who pro...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence contracts spending s.8 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.6(1)
Published
2018-06-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic

Reporters responsible for adjudication of various Wind Farms:FOI release

The name and employment status – Self-Employed or Salaried – of the Reporter(s) responsible for adjudicating on the Arecleoch, Kilgallioch and Mark Hill wind farms. The name and employment status – Self-Employed or Salaried – of the Reporter(s) who adjudicated on the various phases of the Whitlees wind farm and extensi...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers s.1 s.10(4)
Published
2018-05-29
Reference
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Crash barriers on M8: EIR release

1. Copies of all reports, documents, correspondence or communications confirming details of all inspections relating to crash barriers installed on the M8 motorway, Glasgow, between junctions 14 and 15 for the period 1 December 2009 to date. 2. Copies of all reports, documents, correspondence and communications confir...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers contracts s.10(4) s.10 s.11(2) s.2 s.3 14 attachments
Published
2018-05-29
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Marine Scotland Statutory Seal Licence Return Forms: EIR release

'Copies of seal licence return forms for 2016 and 2015 as well as any information on post-mortems, necropsy reports and data on carcasses. Please also include information detailing the change of policy to move from seal licence return forms to electronic data collection. For example, please include emails and correspon...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) 26 attachments
Published
2018-05-24
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Plan of temporary junction between A1 and A1087: EIR release

Plan of temporary junction between A1 and A1087 on 15th June 2017, the date from which it was to take effect and the time at which it was put in place, any other relevant information such as start and completion dates of works.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2018-05-24
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Future of Flood Risk Management in Scotland: EIR release

The 'Regulatory Impact Assessment of Proposals for Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Bill' published on 3 September 2008 advises at Section 3, 3.4 and 3.5 that a consultation document was released in 2007 and had a response from 145 organisations. I have been unable to locate these on your website and I would therefore...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 28 attachments
Published
2018-05-24
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Expenditure on road repairs 2013 to 2018: EIR release

1. What is the total amount spent by trunk road operators on road repairs in each of the last five years, broken down by year? 2. What is the total number of potholes which have been filled by trunk road operators in each of the last five years, broken down by year? 3. What is the current backlog of road repairs need...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts spending s.5 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.2 s.3 s.6(1) s.12
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

BEAR Scotland compensation claims: EIR release

The number of compensation claims made to BEAR by motorists whose vehicles have allegedly been damaged by potholes on trunk roads. The number of claims BEAR has paid out and the total amount from 1 March 2017 to 1 March 2018. As the information you have requested is 'environmental information' for the purposes of the ...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.12
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport