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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265 matching releases

Refugee integration programmes funding and outcomes: FOI release

1. Total funding allocated to refugee integration programmes in the last three years. 2. Key performance indicators and outcomes measured (e.g. employment rates, housing stability, English language proficiency). 3. Any evaluation reports on the effectiveness of these programmes.

FOI not held 45 score 17 working days correspondence spending s.2 s.17(1) s.25(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600517190
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Scottish Government spend on translation and interpretation services: FOI release

1. Estimated or actual total spend across Scotland on translation and interpretation services for asylum seekers and refugees in the last three years. 2. Breakdown by service area (housing, health, education, social care, policing).

FOI not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence ministers spending s.2 s.17(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600517250
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) correspondence in relation to non-surgical cosmetic procedures regulation: FOI release

This request concerns Lesley Blair MBE, BABTAC, the Joint Council for Cosmeic Practitioners, known as the JCCP, and Professor David Sines, in relation to Scottish Government work on non-surgical cosmetic procedures regulation. Please provide the following recorded information. 1. Scottish Government awareness of Lesl...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.2 s.3 s.4 s.5 s.6 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.17 s.25(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600516357
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Scottish Public Pensions Agency - data relating to NHS Remedy cases: FOI Review

Original request 202600513615 At the Scottish Parliament Public Audit committee, Dr Stephen Pathirana, Chief Executive Officer stated that the “bulk” of NHS staff would receive their Remedy information by the end of 2026. On the basis that this statement was made to the Committee, I assume that the SPPA have a clear, ...

FOI not held 45 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence s.2

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600516027 Review of 202600513615
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) information: FOI release

1. Existence and Details of Treatment Pathways: Are there nationally or locally established treatment protocols or pathways for FND within Scotland? If so, please provide copies of these protocols or guidelines, including any updates or revisions. 2. Healthcare Services and Clinics: The number and locations of clini...

FOI not held 45 score 19 working days correspondence ministers s.2 s.4 s.17(1)

Published: 2026-07-15
Reference: FOI/202600515100
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Food for Life programme information: FOI release

Records specifically regarding the Food for Life programme delivered by the Soil Association, including: 1. Updated figures on Scottish Government funding for the Food for Life program delivered by the Soil Association for each financial year from 2024/2025 onwards. 2. Emails exchanged between the Scottish Government...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.2 s.3 s.17(1) s.38(1)

Published: 2026-07-14
Reference: FOI/202600514959
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Information regarding mid-market rent (MMR) properties within Hilton Garden City Rosyth development: FOI release

I am writing to make a request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 in relation to the Hilton Garden City development in Rosyth, Fife. I am seeking information relating to the funding, agreements, and policy framework underpinning the Mid-Market Rent (MMR) properties within this development and their s...

FOI not held 70 score 15 working days correspondence ministers briefings contracts s.2 s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-20
Reference: FOI/202600514613
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

NHS Scotland estate decarbonisation project information: FOI release

1. Please provide a comprehensive list of all NHS Scotland estate decarbonisation projects ( planned, in development or completed ) from the 1st April 2020 to present including : -NHS Board -Site Name -Project description ( e.g. heat networks, heat pumps, Fabric upgrades, CHP replacement). -Project Status. 2. For eac...

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.2 s.6 s.17(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-19
Reference: FOI/202600513595
Directorate: Health and Social Care Finance Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Documentation regarding stakeholder engagement process and information session pertaining to non-surgical cosmetics procedure bill: FOI release

1. Design and Purpose of the Information Session All internal documents, briefing notes, emails or meeting records which define or describe the purpose of the session, including whether it was intended to constitute stakeholder engagement. Any documents distinguishing between “information provision” and “stakeholder e...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.4 s.5 s.1 s.2 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-13
Reference: FOI/202600512523
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Student Awards Agency Scotland award statistics: FOI release

1. How much money has been awarded by SAAS to Scottish students during the most recent academic year (2024/25)? Please break down this information into the following categories and specific how many people have benefited from each of the awards. 2. Please provide the same information for the following academic years: ...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.2 s.1 s.25(1) s.17(1)

Published: 2026-05-12
Reference: FOI/202600501120
Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Correspondence regarding proposal and provision of late stage abortion: FOI release

1. Copies of any recommendations, proposals, or outputs produced by the Task and Finish Group and submitted to the Scottish Government, National Services Division (NSD), or any other public authority, including but not limited to: The target operating model (TOM) Any executive summaries, briefing papers, slide decks, ...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.2 s.25(1) s.17(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-05-12
Reference: FOI/202600507213
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

A87 trunk road safety inspection records and drainage outfall records: EIR release

The following information: Part A - Safety Inspection Records: Lighting and Speed Management, April 2024 to December 2025 Please provide the following records for the A87 30mph section between the speed limit sign immediately south of the Isle of Skye Candle Company (approximately 57.4011°N, 6.2008°W) and Portree Fil...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 14 working days correspondence contracts s.17 s.5 s.6 s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.10(4) 6 attachments

Published: 2026-05-11
Reference: FOI/202600513226
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

NHS workforce displacement into private aesthetics sector information: FOI release

Information relating to the movement of NHS-employed prescribing clinicians into the private aesthetics (cosmetic medicine) sector and any associated impact on NHS Scotland workforce capacity. 1. Any data held by your organisation regarding NHS-employed prescribing clinicians (including but not limited to medical prac...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence briefings contracts s.2 s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-04-27
Reference: FOI/202600507150
Directorate: Health Workforce Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Trawling logbook data: EIR release

1. Data of fishing vessel positions where fishing equipment was lowered around Scottish waters over the last 6 years. 2. How many hours each operation with the fishing equipment lasted for. 3. If possible, categorise data by different equipment type and detail the individual vessels by callsign / MMSI number. 4. ERS...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence meetings spending s.2 s.5 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.34(1)

Published: 2026-04-23
Reference: EIR/202600506391
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Diversity and inclusion employer strategy information: FOI release

1. The total number of initiatives, programs, or policies implemented or funded by the Scottish Government that fall under the categories of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI), or that could be described as promoting anti-white sentiments or practices. This includes any efforts aimed at addressing racial inequaliti...

FOI not held 45 score correspondence spending s.2 s.17(1) s.25(1)

Published: 2026-03-10
Reference: FOI/202600500062
Directorate: People Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector, Work and skills

Transport Scotland - Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services 3 (CHFS3) information: EIR release

Under the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004, I request the following information regarding the CHFS3 Direct Award to CalMac Ferries Ltd: 1. Final Socio-Economic Impact Assessments: Any final (non-draft) reports or assessments conducted by or for Transport Scotland regarding the impact of the CHFS3 ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers meetings contracts s.20 s.2 s.10(4) s.3 s.6(1) s.4 2 attachments

Published: 2026-03-03
Reference: EIR/202500499619
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Curriculum for Excellence Curriculum Improvement Cycle development groups statistics: FOI release

Please provide the number of teaching staff participating in each of the following Curriculum for Excellence Curriculum Improvement Cycle development groups, for each curricular area: 1. Collaboration groups. 2. Core groups. 3. Critical friends. 4. Steering groups. For each curriculum area and each group within it...

FOI not held 70 score 25 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 s.3 s.4 s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-25
Reference: FOI/202500497348
Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Lochaber Smelter "monitoring reports" extracts: FOI release

I am requesting specific extracts from the "monitoring reports" produced by external advisors (Deloitte, Teneo, or similar) regarding the Scottish Government's financial guarantee to the GFG Alliance (Alvance British Aluminium) for the Lochaber Smelter. Please provide: 1. The "Risk Dashboard" Only: The single page or...

FOI not held 45 score 15 working days correspondence ministers spending s.33(1) s.2 s.17(1) s.36(1)

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500496386
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Marine Scotland suspected fisheries offences: EIR release

1. Please could you tell me from which date it was the policy of the Marine Directorate (or Marine Scotland) to sell fish or shellfish seized from vessels accused of fisheries offences onto merchants. 2. Please could you provide me with an itemised list of all such seizures from the date provided in response to part o...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.2 s.20 s.39(2) s.15 s.10(4)

Published: 2026-02-11
Reference: EIR/202500491141
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Scottish Government R100 scheme fibre optic broadband Isle of Colonsay: FOI release

The following information: The fibre cable has been laid to Colonsay under a SG R100 scheme and is due for roll out before 2028 according to Openreach. 1. Can you provide all correspondence between the Scottish Government and Openreach since January 1, 2023, in respect of the fibre provision to Colonsay. 2. All corre...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence contracts spending s.2 s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-10
Reference: FOI/202500490628
Directorate: Digital Directorate
Topic: Business, industry and innovation, Public sector

Governance, oversight and policy development relating to sex offender management: FOI release

1. Registered Sex Offenders in South Ayrshire The number of individuals currently on the Sex Offenders Register who are managed within the South Ayrshire area. Where available, please provide a breakdown indicating how many are first-time offenders and how many have previous convictions for sexual offences. 2. Commun...

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.2 s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-10
Reference: FOI/202500493143
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Shoplifting incidents and outcomes: FOI release

You asked for the following information covering the period 01 January 2020 to date, by calendar year: 1. Shoplifting incidents and outcomes The number of recorded shoplifting incidents. The number and/or proportion of those incidents which resulted in: a) prosecution, b) a fiscal fine or other fiscal disposal, c) n...

FOI not held 70 score correspondence briefings spending s.2 s.1 s.25(1) s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2026-02-10
Reference: FOI/202500493145
Directorate: Safer Communities Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Spend on Consultants in relation to flood prevention: EIR release

1. The total amount spent by the Scottish Government (and any of its agencies or directorates) on external consultants, contractors, or advisory firms in relation to flood risk management, flood defence design, or hydraulic/flood modelling systems for each of the past five financial years. 2. Copies or summaries of in...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings contracts spending s.2 s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-02-09
Reference: EIR/202500492020
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill information: FOI release

1. Any Data Protection Impact Assessments, Child Rights & Wellbeing Impact Assessments, or risk registers created for proposals under the Children’s Wellbeing and Schools Bill (2024-25) relating to: a) cross-agency information sharing for safeguarding/welfare; b) school responsibilities and data processing; c) commissi...

FOI not held 45 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.2 s.4 s.17(2) s.17 s.17(1)

Published: 2026-02-09
Reference: FOI/202500492251
Directorate: Children and Families Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Public sector

Immigration-related land use, Equality Act compliance and safeguarding information: FOI Review

Original request 202500486123 1. Immigration-Related Land Use • Recorded information (briefings, board or management papers, correspondence, leases/licences, meeting minutes, internal reports, or ministerial directions) from 1 Jan 2019–present on: • Use, proposed use, or upcoming plans involving forestry or woodland f...

FOI not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.2 s.4 s.5 s.12 s.15 s.25(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) s.1 s.33 s.38 s.21 s.17(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2026-02-03
Reference: FOI/202500489170 Review of 202500486123
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector