Scottish Government FOI Index

22,874releases indexed

40,876attachments found

29.5avg calendar days

8,493partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-10-28newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,493 unclear 7,447 not held 3,283 released 1,596 already published 712 cost limit 634 clarification 376 withheld 250 transferred 83

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5215 s.20 4475 s.34(1) 3779 s.39(2) 3631 s.30 3032 s.17(1) 2975 s.25(1) 2550 s.10(4) 2085 s.11(2) 1634 s.29(1) 1244 s.2 1242 s.3 977

Timeline

2026-10 227 2026-09 8 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,334 releases · 27.8 avg days Marine Directorate 990 releases · 29.7 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 969 releases · 30.8 avg days Learning Directorate 871 releases · 34.3 avg days Economic Development Directorate 741 releases · 39.6 avg days Constitution Directorate 710 releases · 35.8 avg days Population Health Directorate 676 releases · 28.6 avg days People Directorate 663 releases · 25.5 avg days

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Transport Scotland expenditure queries: FOI release

1. The total amount spent on corporate functions by your organisation in the financial years 2021- 22, 2022-23, 2023-24, 2024-25 and 2025-26 to date. Please also break this down by the type of function – for example, human resources. 2. The total amount of money spent fixing/replacing broken equipment in the financial...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence contracts spending s.2 s.17(1) s.25(1) s.30

Published: 2026-07-23
Reference: FOI/202600502105
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland procurement processes: FOI release

You asked questions around our procurement processes, energy and water costs.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence meetings contracts spending s.3 s.20 s.4 s.5 s.14 s.15 s.17(1) s.9

Published: 2026-07-23
Reference: FOI/202600512625
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Neurodevelopmental funding: FOI release

You requested information on the 2025/26 £3.4 million investment announced in February 2026 by the Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing for neurodevelopmental support in Scotland. This included: 1. What specific services, projects, initiatives, or programmes the additional £3.4 million was allocated towards ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings spending s.17(1) s.30

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600516645
Directorate: Mental Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence between the Chair of Historic Environment Scotland, and the Interim Director General Exchequer, Strategy and Performance: FOI release

1. All email correspondence, including attachments, between Dr Hugh Hall, the Chair of Historic Environment Scotland, and Shona Riach (Shona.Riach@gov.scot) between 1 June 2025 and 5 September 2025. 2. All email correspondence, including attachments, between Dr Hugh Hall and [Redacted – S.38(i)(b)] [Redacted – S.38(i)...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence s.38 s.17(1) s.30 s.36(2) s.35(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500498978
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Information regarding the Advisory Group during the Abortion Law Review process: FOI release

1. The names of all organisations represented on the Advisory Group during the Abortion Law Review process. 2. The names and roles of individuals appointed to represent each organisation. 3. The criteria used to select organisations and individuals for membership of the Advisory Group. 4. Any guidance, terms of refe...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.2 s.6 s.7 s.38(1)B s.17(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500499305
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Information regarding seized Russian oil tanker in the Moray Firth: FOI release

1/ The Russian tanker arrested by the USA which is lying in Moray Firth of Scotland, who is responsible for this vessel ? 2/ How long will she be anchored in Moray Firth ? 3/ Who is paying the day rate for the hire of vessels which are standing by the tanker and what are the day rates ? 4/ Who gave permission for th...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence s.25(1) s.17(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600508063
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Documentation regarding China: FOI release

1.Could you supply all documentation held by the Scottish Government and seen by John Swinney and/or his office, which is about Donald Trump, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings, analysis, from the last two weeks? 2. Could you supply all documentation...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.32(1) s.30 s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-07
Reference: FOI/202600514231
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Information regarding NHS Scotland staff receiving a day off for the World Cup: FOI release

The following information regarding the announcement that NHS Scotland staff will receive a day off on 15th June 2026 due to the Scottish Men’s Football team playing in the World Cup: 1. The total estimated financial cost to the Scottish Government and NHS Scotland of granting this additional public holiday to NHS sta...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.2 s.3 s.30 s.38(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-20
Reference: FOI/202600513757
Directorate: Health Workforce Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Education leadership and digital/procurement contact information: FOI release

The names, job titles, and professional contact email addresses for senior individuals involved in the leadership, delivery, or procurement of education services and supporting digital systems within your authority.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts s.38(1) s.34(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-20
Reference: FOI/202600513876
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Techscaler financial reporting and oversight documents: FOI release

I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 regarding the £42.4 million Techscaler contract awarded to CodeBase in July 2022. The Early Evaluation of the Techscaler Programme 2022-24 (published February 2026) identifies staff costs as the programme's largest expenditure and...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.2 s.33(1) s.38(1) s.17(1) s.4 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-19
Reference: FOI/202600513352
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Caithness Hospital and blood bank inspection: FOI release

Any information relating to the following: 1. MHRA Inspections carried out at Caithness Blood Bank in the period 1990 to 2000 2. MHRA Inspections carried out at Caithness General Hospital at Caithness Wick KW1 5LA in the period 1990 to 2000 3. Details of the blood bank service provided by Caithness Blood Bank to Cai...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-13
Reference: FOI/202600512823
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Education briefing materials on teachers in Scotland: FOI release

1. A copy of the latest briefing material on teachers in Scotland prepared for the Cabinet Secretary for Education. I am aware that you’ll be inclined to redact content that comes under ‘free and frank advice’, and that there can be a justification for that, but please do not redact facts or statistics as you would ha...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.38(1) s.30 s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-13
Reference: FOI/202600500746
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

First Minister Branchform update correspondence: FOI release

The Lord Advocate has shared a list of other occasions in which she informed the First Minister of details of criminal cases. The list revealed that on 20th March 2025 the First Minister was informed about Peter Murrell appearing in court, the charge of embezzlement, and an estimated amount of alleged embezzlement amo...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.34(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-12
Reference: FOI/202600508326
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Insight relating to the Arctic Connections Policy Framework: FOI release

Details of the total cost to the Scottish Government associated with the study undertaken by GC Insight relating to the Arctic Connections Policy Framework. Specifically, you requested the following: The total value of any contract(s) awarded to GC Insight in relation to this work. A breakdown of costs, including (whe...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence contracts spending s.33(1) s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-11
Reference: FOI/202600512851
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

NorthLink income and expenditure: FOI Review

Original Request 202600508059 'How much expenditure has Serco NorthLink posted in the last five years of the NIFS3 contract? Please provide a total but provide a breakdown for fuel costs, staff wages, harbour costs, ferry maintenance, gambling licences, alcohol licences, costs/licences regarding the preparation or sal...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 17 working days correspondence contracts spending s.33(1) s.30 s.17(1)

Published: 2026-05-11
Reference: FOI/202600512202 - Review of 202600508059
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Policy on funded Early Learning and Childcare (ELC) for eligible two‑year‑olds: FOI release

1. Policy Rationale and Evidence Base Any documentation, briefing papers, ministerial submissions, impact assessments, or internal analyses outlining the rationale for extending funded ELC to two‑year‑olds based on parental benefit status. Any modelling or evidence used to support the statement that this policy would ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.2 s.4 s.25(1) s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.30 6 attachments

Published: 2026-05-07
Reference: FOI/202600511271
Directorate: Children and Families Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Public sector

Information regarding the diary and schedule of selected Ministers: FOI release

For each of the following individuals: Angela Constance, Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs Natalie Don, Minister for Children, Young People and The Promise Siobhian Brown, Minister for Victims and Community Safety For each of the following dates: 2 April 2025 10 June 2025 14 July 2025 1 October 2025 8 O...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-06
Reference: FOI/202500495808
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment for SP Bill 77 information: FOI release

all drafts of the Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment for SP Bill 77 the names of any children’s organisations consulted during its preparation where children or young people were directly consulted, a description of the categories or groups consulted, without personal data any internal communications abo...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence contracts s.17(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2026-05-05
Reference: FOI/202600510968
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Health and social care, Public sector

Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment for SP Bill 77 documents: FOI release

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence contracts s.17(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2026-05-05
Reference: FOI/202600511006
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Equality and rights, Health and social care, +1 more … Public sector

Independence in Scotland: FOI release

Could you supply all briefings written for John Swinney's interview with Laura Kuenssberg on March 8 as well as all correspondence setting up the interview. He said in the interview: "I think it's now pretty clear in opinion polls that there is a sustained majority support for independence in Scotland." Could you provi...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-04-30
Reference: FOI/202600509980
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Aesthetic complication data in Scotland: FOI release

1. Any Scotland‑specific data held or used by the Scottish Government relating to complications, adverse events, or deaths associated with non‑surgical aesthetic procedures (including, but not limited to, injectables, fillers and buttock filler procedures) from 1 January 2015 to the date of this request. 2. For each d...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers s.17(1) s.25(1) s.38(1) s.30 10 attachments

Published: 2026-04-29
Reference: FOI/202600508634
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

First Minister’s 2025 Christmas card information: FOI release

1. The original image file The original, unedited photograph used on the First Minister’s 2025 Christmas card, including any available metadata (EXIF data). 2. Authorship and provenance Any documents, emails, or internal communications confirming who took the photograph. Any documents recording when and where the phot...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.38(1) s.17(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-04-29
Reference: FOI/202600509098
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills correspondence regarding Health and Wellbeing Census: FOI release

You asked for internal and external correspondence and minutes as below; 1) Any correspondence sent from Jenny Gilruth, in relation to the Scottish Government's 'Health and Wellbeing Census', since April 2025. 2) Any correspondence sent to Jenny Gilruth, in relation to the Scottish Government's 'Health and Wellbeing ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-04-28
Reference: FOI/202600507950
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Non-surgical cosmetic procedure complications data: FOI release

Please provide the following data for the period of 2020 until 2025. Please provide me with the following information for each calendar year: Any data, records, or reports relating to complications, adverse events, or hospital admissions associated with the following non-surgical cosmetic procedures: 1. Dermal fille...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.17(1) s.25(1) s.38(1) s.30 6 attachments

Published: 2026-04-28
Reference: FOI/202600510200
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Non‑surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill (SP Bill 77) complication data: FOI release

Please provide all internal briefings, reports, emails, slide decks and other documents held by the Scottish Government which discuss complication or adverse event data used to justify the Non‑surgical Procedures and Functions of Medical Reviewers (Scotland) Bill (SP Bill 77). Please include material from 1 January 201...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.17(1) s.25(1) s.38(1) s.30 4 attachments

Published: 2026-04-28
Reference: FOI/202600508729
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector