Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

21,864releases indexed
39,478attachments found
29.7avg calendar days
8,113partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-06-12newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,113 unclear 7,200 not held 3,069 released 1,537 already published 671 cost limit 607 clarification 349 withheld 241 transferred 77

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 4931 s.20 4280 s.34(1) 3589 s.39(2) 3481 s.30 2878 s.17(1) 2774 s.25(1) 2381 s.10(4) 1987 s.11(2) 1571 s.29(1) 1175 s.2 1158 s.3 908

Timeline

2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,279 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 967 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 923 releases · 31.0 avg days Learning Directorate 861 releases · 34.4 avg days Economic Development Directorate 729 releases · 39.9 avg days Constitution Directorate 685 releases · 36.1 avg days Population Health Directorate 645 releases · 28.7 avg days People Directorate 633 releases · 25.8 avg days
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Death rates in Scotland between April and June 2020: FOI release

The death rates in Scotland between the months of April 1st 2020 and 30 June 2020

FOI unclear 80 score 52 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 2 attachments
Published
2021-02-22
Reference
FOI/202000116346
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Scottish Government television advertising budgets: FOI release

1. In the period between April 1st 2019 and March 2020 how much did the Scottish Government pay for all TV advertising and related media buying and planning services for all Government departments. 2. In the period from April 1st 2020 to present, how much had the Scottish Government set aside and paid including work on...

FOI unclear 55 score 58 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.2 s.3
Published
2021-02-18
Reference
FOI/202000110615
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Reporting information of tenancy deposit schemes: FOI release

Annual (not quarterly) reporting information for each of Scotland's three approved tenancy deposit schemes for the 2017-18, 2018-19 and 2019-20 reporting years.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.45 s.2 s.33(1) 6 attachments
Published
2021-02-16
Reference
FOI/202000094146
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

HM Fire Service Inspectorate equality mainstream report: FOI release

1.Copies of our last two equality mainstreaming report. 2.The number of employees who have declared a disability. 3.The number of employees who have declared no disability. 4.The number of employees who have declined to answer. 5.Total headcount.

FOI not held 45 score 2 working days correspondence s.2
Published
2021-02-11
Reference
FOI/202000129796
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Justification of granting Underbelly Ltd funds: FOI release

1. All information you can provide all documentation and evidence justifying the decision to provide Underbelly Ltd with £250,000 grant money from the Pivotal Enterprise Resilience Fund. 2. All information you can provide all documentation and evidence justifying the decision to provide Underbelly Ltd with £200,000 fro...

FOI not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.33 s.2 s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-02-11
Reference
FOI/202000117270
Directorate
International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Communications between Scottish Government and Scottish universities: FOI release

1. The minute of any meetings or phone calls between Richard Lochhead and Universities Scotland or Scottish Universities (including any employees of) in the last 3 months. 2. The minute of any meetings or phone calls between John Swinney and Universities Scotland or Scottish Universities (including any employees of) in...

FOI unclear 80 score 20 working days correspondence meetings s.2 s.3 4 attachments
Published
2021-02-11
Reference
FOI/202000098237
Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Education, Public sector

Scottish Governments budget for Scottish ferry fleet: EIR release

You asked for the following information in respect of the proposed new vessel for the Islay route:- 1. The Scottish Government’s predictions and budget provision for the Operating Subsidy for the Scottish ferry fleet for FY 2020/21, and separately, your predictions and Budget Provision for the Operating Subsidy in FYs...

FOI/EIR unclear 55 score 14 working days correspondence spending s.2
Published
2021-02-02
Reference
FOI/202000114931
Directorate
Topic
Economy, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Questions concerning the National Advisory Council on Women and Girls (NACWG): FOI release

1. How many Circle members are there currently? 2. Can you provide a breakdown of circle members by sex, age and ethnicity? 3. What has been the cost of each of the NACWG Advisory Council meetings from 2017, both on and offline. Please provide a breakdown, e.g. venue hire, speakers' expenses, merchandise and so on. 4. ...

FOI released 75 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence meetings spending s.2 s.20
Published
2021-01-28
Reference
FOI/202000108961
Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Question relating to Nuremberg Code and Scots Law: FOI release

"How is it recorded on Scottish Government systems that the Nuremberg Code is enshrined in Scots Law".

FOI unclear 55 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 s.3 s.5 s.20
Published
2021-01-27
Reference
FOI/202000108950
Directorate
Chief Medical Officer Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Questions concerning scientific evidence, guidelines and statistical information related to COVID-19: FOI release

1. Scientific evidence for face covering guidelines in schools, shops and on public transport; 2. All medical risk assessments associated with face coverings for adults and children; 3. Scientific evidence for all imposed lockdown guidelines since February 2020. 4. Medical risk assessments associated with lockdown meas...

FOI not held 45 score 102 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.6 s.2 s.17(1) s.25(1) s.27(1)
Published
2021-01-26
Reference
FOI/202000082329
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Joint Committee on Vaccinations and Immunisations (JCVI) vaccine priority list: FOI release

“Can you please provide the following information: All correspondence between SG Officials on the subject of COVID-19 vaccine for unpaid carers. This should include minutes of meetings, e-mails, briefings etc This should also include all correspondence and advice to Ministers. Please provide everything between 1st Nov...

FOI cost limit 45 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.12 s.2
Published
2021-01-26
Reference
FOI/202000131003
Directorate
Topic

Short-term prison sentences - periods of detention 2015 to 2020: FOI release

1. How many first offenders received short-term prison sentences/periods of detention between 2015 and the present day? 2. How many individuals who did receive short-term prison sentences/periods of detention between 2015 and the present day had previously received community based disposals? 3. How many individuals who...

FOI not held 45 score 37 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 s.17(1)
Published
2021-01-25
Reference
FOI/202000098638
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Planning appeals questions: EIR release

“Broken down by each of the last five years: 1. The number of planning appeals that have been overturned (decision reversed from initial decision made by council) by Scottish Ministers and/or Scottish Government appointed reporters. 2. The total number of planning appeals made to Scottish Ministers in each of the last ...

FOI/EIR unclear 55 score 7 working days correspondence ministers s.2
Published
2021-01-21
Reference
FOI/202000114441
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Criminal Law Statistics: FOI release

Copies of any analysis or report conducted by or for the Scottish Government into the effectiveness of Direct Measures(Alternatives to prosecution) and or expansion in the type and use of the aforesaid measures in Scotland from the year 2000 - 2020; A breakdown of Race and Offence Categories (as used in Annual Criminal...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence s.2 s.25(1) 10 attachments
Published
2021-01-14
Reference
FOI/202000091572
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Questions concerning COVID-19 in Scotland: FOI release

1. Full Disclosure of ACTUAL deaths caused only by SARS-nCov-2, In particular, make sure anything regarding ‘pollution liability’, ‘policy enhancement’ and ‘schedules of exclusions’ documents in relation to the commercial public liability insurance policy held by Ayrshire and Arran Health Boards hospitals and clinics. ...

FOI unclear 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 s.5 2 attachments
Published
2020-12-11
Reference
FOI/202000111355
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

Questions concerning legislation and police powers in enforcing restrictions: FOI release

1. Copies of all the scientific evidence used to determine the efficacy of Scotland's 4 tiers rules. 2. Details of devolved legislative powers being used by Scotland to enforce these 4 tiers. 3. Details of devolved legislative powers being used or will be used to prevent travel in / out of Scotland and around Scotlan...

FOI unclear 55 score 49 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.2 s.3 s.4 s.6 s.25(1) s.20 s.49
Published
2020-12-11
Reference
FOI/202000103347
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Communities and third sector, Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Law and order, +1 more … Public sector

Trauma cars and Mental Health Officers employed in local authorities: FOI release

1. To ask the Scottish Government how many Trauma cars are working with the Ambulance service in all areas of Scotland; 2. To ask the Scottish Government how many Mental Health Officers are employed in local authorities; 3. To ask the Scottish Government the outcome of the Police Scotland six week initiative, tested ...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence s.2 s.17
Published
2020-12-04
Reference
FOI/202000098945
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Disclosure Scotland - data retention policy questions: FOI release

You asked for: Your data retention policy in relation to emails submitted in relation to applications Your data retention policy in relation to emails that contain personal identifiable information, such as name , date of birth , place of birth etc If you are fully compliant with your policy The last date prior to thi...

FOI released 75 score 18 working days correspondence s.2 s.4
Published
2020-12-04
Reference
FOI/202000102872
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Scottish Business Resilience Centre financial support and correspondence: FOI release

1) Detail of any financial support provided to the Scottish Business Resilience Centre (SBRC) in the last three financial years including 2020/21 so far and anticipated further funding. 2) Any correspondence between Jude McCorry, the chief executive of SBRC, and Scottish Government officials between January 1 and June...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence spending s.38(1) s.2 s.34(1) 10 attachments
Published
2020-11-24
Reference
FOI/202000085097
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Business, industry and innovation, Economy, Money and tax, +1 more … Public sector

Turnaround times for PVG - Scheme Record Disclosures and Updates: FOI release

You asked for the following information; The average length of time taken for a PVG scheme application (for new members) and PVG scheme existing member update to be processed by Disclosure Scotland. A previous FOI in 2018 (FOI/18/03515) asked this but I am interested to know whether the average time has remained much ...

FOI clarification 55 score 30 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 s.3 s.4
Published
2020-11-23
Reference
FOI/202000090656
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Questions regarding assault-related injuries in Emergency Departments: FOI release

You requested information relating to service provision for patients attending Emergency Departments who are victims of violence. You asked the following questions: In your Emergency Departments are adults and/or children attending with assault-related injuries or attending as victims of violence identified for inter...

FOI unclear 55 score 7 working days correspondence s.2 s.3
Published
2020-11-23
Reference
FOI/202000098315
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Closure of Inverleith House at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh: FOI release

On the closure in 2016 of Inverleith House at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh: 1. Details and names of all internal and external parties consulted by Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh regarding the proposed closure in 2016 of Inverleith House at Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh as a year-round contemporary art space. The pro...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers s.2 s.38(1) 14 attachments
Published
2020-11-12
Reference
FOI/202000084692
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

UK Cladding Fund allocation to Scotland: FOI release

"in relation to the UK cladding fund which was introduced after the Grenfell fire. The UK government have assigned £1 billion to have dangerous cladding removed. 1. How much was allocated to Scotland. 2. How much from the Scottish portion has been distributed to affected property owners."

FOI unclear 55 score 16 working days correspondence ministers s.2
Published
2020-11-12
Reference
FOI/202000096158
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Money and tax, Public safety and emergencies, +1 more … Public sector

The value of the National Childbirth Trust (NCT) contract in providing breastfeeding support: FOI release

1. the value of the contract with NCT (National Childbirth Trust) to provide breastfeeding support in Scotland and how this is broken down 2. the number of mothers supported during the contract per month and location of the support given 3. the number of peer supporters who have been active each month who are have an...

FOI released 75 score 11 working days correspondence contracts spending s.2
Published
2020-11-09
Reference
FOI/202000093877
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Communities and third sector, Health and social care, +1 more … Public sector

Various questions surrounding recruitment: FOI release

1 - Please advise the total spend on recruitment agencies in the last during 2018/19? 2 - Please advise what the temporary agency spend for admin, call centre, data processing and clerical roles during 2018/2019. 3 - Please advise what the temporary agency spend for roles such as warehouse, catering and cleaners during...

FOI unclear 55 score 14 working days correspondence contracts spending s.2
Published
2020-11-05
Reference
FOI/202000087317
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills