Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

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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Local authority total and vacant housing stock statistics: FOI release

Counts of local authority housing stock and vacant local authority housing stock by length of vacancy as of this year, 2025.

FOI unclear 80 score 11 working days correspondence s.25(1) 4 attachments
Published
2026-01-13
Reference
FOI/202500488351
Directorate
Tackling Child Poverty and Social Justice Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Barlinnie replacement prison and recorded crime in Scotland: FOI release

1. The current cost projection of the Barlinnie replacement prison, with a full breakdown of costs. 2. All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings and analysis, about the construction of the Barlinnie replace...

FOI withheld 80 score 16 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.2 s.33(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 4 attachments
Published
2026-01-13
Reference
FOI/202500483086
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

List of women's networks available to Scottish Government employees: FOI release

How many women networks does the Scottish Government have for civil servants, can you name them and supply the guidance for who can be members?

FOI released 75 score 18 working days correspondence s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-13
Reference
FOI/202500483482
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Utah Department of Health and Human Services on medical transition for transgender minors: FOI release

“In May 2025, the Utah Department of Health and Human Services released the most comprehensive scientific report to date on medical transition options for trans and gender diverse minors. The report – which analysed data from 28,000 young transgender people – found that “policies to prevent access to and use of Gender...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.17(1) s.38(1) s.25(1) s.28(1) s.29(1) s.30 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-13
Reference
FOI/202500486584
Directorate
Population Health Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Short life working group information: FOI Review

Original request 202500472952 1. Minutes/notes of all meetings of the short life working group established to co-ordinate the Scottish Government's response to the Supreme Court judgment in For Women Scotland vs. The Scottish Ministers; 2. A copy of the terms of reference for the working group, and any notes on how t...

FOI already published 80 score 52 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.27(1) s.27 s.25(1) s.30 s.38 s.34(1) s.38(1) s.1 s.3 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500477689 Review of 202500472952
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Proposed downgrade of Ninewells neonatal intensive care unit correspondence: FOI release

All correspondence relating to the proposed downgrade of Ninewells neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) received by or communicated from Minister for Public Health and Women's Health, Jenni Minto from September 1 2024 to date. This includes all forms of communication available, not limited to but including, email, text...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers whatsapp s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500484999
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Health and social care, Public sector

Documentation relating to the First Minister's immigration round table: FOI release

All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings and analysis, from John Swinney's immigration round table held in June, between June 1 2025 and August.1 2025.

FOI already published 55 score 15 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500485556
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

First Minister and Alexis Jay conversation materials: FOI release

Any briefing prepared for the First Minister, any minute of the conversation and any correspondence relating to the conversation that the First Minister held with Alexis Jay on 26 November 2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.38(1) s.29(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500496394
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Disclosure Scotland Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) scheme processing times: FOI release

I would like the following information for the period 1 April 2025 to 31 August 2025: 1. The average length of time taken to process new PVG scheme applications (for people applying to join the scheme for the first time). 2. The average length of time taken to process PVG scheme updates / existing member updates (for...

FOI already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.2 s.3 s.27(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500485201
Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Transport Scotland materials regarding the removal of Scotrail peak fares: FOI release

With regards to the response to parliamentary written question reference S6W-40314, I am requesting: 1. Copies of meeting notes, emails and/or reports from ministers/officials/consultants or thirdparties which include the options explored to find a solution which addresses the exclusion of intra-Scottish train travel ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.4 s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500485199
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Fluoride product distribution, risk and safeguarding queries: FOI release

1. Fluoride Product Distribution in Child Health Programmes Documents outlining the rationale for distributing fluoride toothpaste and varnish to children under NHS-led programmes, including Childsmile. Internal guidance, policy documents, or correspondence regarding fluoride product procurement, dosage, and age-group...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence contracts s.3 s.38(1) s.25 s.25(1) s.27 32 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500485277
Directorate
Primary Care Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Costs of Scots language plays for schools initiative: FOI release

1. The full costs associated with the production and distribution of the new series of Scots language plays for schools, as announced by the Depute First Minister at a Glasgow printworks. 2. A breakdown of any contracts awarded, including the name of suppliers/organisations involved in the printing, publishing, or dis...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.2 s.17(1) s.25(1) s.27(1)
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500482581
Directorate
Education Reform Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Social Security Programme business case data: FOI release

Please note the following FOI request relates to Social Security. In February 2023, a Social Security Business Case was published which stated, ‘In this updated Business Case, total forecast implementation costs across the Programme and Social Security Scotland are currently estimated at £715 million’ Based on this c...

FOI not held 45 score 9 working days correspondence spending s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500486128
Directorate
Social Security Directorate
Topic
Economy, Money and tax, Public sector

RM Unify Glow contract information: FOI release

The end date of the current contract between the Scottish Government and RM Technology for the provision of Glow (delivered through RM Unify). The duration of the most recent renewal, and whether there are any extension options built into the agreement. Any publicly available documents or procurement notices that set...

FOI unclear 55 score 11 working days correspondence contracts s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500485656
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Social Security Scotland's use of Artificial Intelligence: FOI release

Information on Social Security Scotland’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as follows: Your request for Information 1: A list of tools, platforms or systems currently deployed or being piloted/trialled. Your request for Information 2: The purpose and function of each of the above. Your request for Info...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence meetings contracts spending s.1 s.25(1) s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500484275
Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Alternative funding models query concerning East Calder Health Centre: FOI release

1. Commencement of work The exact date on which the Scottish Government began work on exploring alternative funding options, including revenue-funded models, to support investment in health facilities. If no specific date can be identified, please provide any record, note, or document that sets out when this work was ...

FOI already published 80 score 15 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1) s.30 s.25 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500485060
Directorate
Health and Social Care Finance Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Money and tax, Public sector

Medical appointments for older people without internet access: FOI release

1. The total number of practices in Scotland and the percentage that offer each of the following booking options to patients: a. Online booking b. Telephone booking c. In-person booking 2. For the period between 1st April 2024 to 31st March 2025, the percentage of patients aged 75 and over who were offered appointmen...

FOI unclear 55 score 6 working days correspondence contracts s.17(1) s.25(1) s.2
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500484932
Directorate
Primary Care Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence regarding First Minister’s attendance at the Prosper Annual Forum: FOI release

You asked for "Could you supply all documentation held by the Scottish Government, including minutes/notes from meetings, correspondence sent and received (including internal), briefings and analysis, from or about John Swinney's meeting with Prosper on May 29 2025, between May 15 2025 and July 1 2025?"

FOI already published 80 score 12 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.30 s.33(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-06
Reference
FOI/202500484896
Directorate
Business and Better Regulation Directorate
Topic
Business, industry and innovation, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Stonewall Diversity Champions Corporate membership: FOI release

You asked for all documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings, analysis, about Stonewall membership, from the last three months.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.25(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-06
Reference
FOI/202500483494
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector, Work and skills

Documentation that references Physician Associates and their scope of practice: FOI release

A copy of all information that you hold (including emails, phone messages, minutes of meetings and other documentation between the Scottish Government and the British Medical Association or the Scottish Government and the Royal College of General Practitioners which references the following: - Physician Associates or ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence meetings s.25(1) s.27(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-06
Reference
FOI/202500483818
Directorate
Health Workforce Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence on calls for inquiry or review into group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse: FOI Review

Original request - 202500488098 All correspondence and records held by the Scottish Government from 1 September 2025 to 30 September 2025 that relate to calls for an inquiry or review into group-based child sexual exploitation and abuse (also known as grooming gangs) in Scotland.

FOI already published 80 score 15 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.30 s.29(1) s.25(1) s.36(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-05
Reference
FOI/202500492594 Review of 202500488098
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Suicide deaths in Scotland statistics: FOI release

You asked for the 2024 deaths by suicide and for them split by district.

FOI unclear 55 score 15 working days correspondence s.25(1)
Published
2026-01-05
Reference
FOI/202500483045
Directorate
Health and Social Care Finance Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Constitution, External Affairs and Culture’s materials from various engagements: FOI release

All briefings and notes for the Cabinet Secretary for Constitution, External Affairs and Culture’s following engagements, held between 5-6 September 2024: Summer Reception of the Consular Corps in Scotland Ralph Goodale, Canadian High Commissioner to the UK Hajime Hayashi, Japanese Ambassador to the UK Micheál Martin,...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.28(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.32(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-12-24
Reference
FOI/202500483201
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
Arts, culture and sport, International, Public sector

Consultation queries: FOI release

Information relating to consultations over the last 5 years. In particular, information relating to: The average time taken over the last 5 years between closing a consultation and publishing an analysis of responses, as well as publishing the responses themselves The longest time taken, over the last 5 years, between...

FOI not held 70 score 18 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.12(1) s.25(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2025-12-24
Reference
FOI/202500483584
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector