Scottish Government FOI Index

7,100releases indexed

11,002attachments found

26.0avg calendar days

2,867partially withheld

2024-09-02oldest in sample

2026-05-15newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 2,867 unclear 1,842 not held 1,127 released 500 already published 296 cost limit 255 clarification 112 withheld 82 transferred 19

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 1974 s.20 1461 s.34(1) 1456 s.39(2) 1227 s.30 1195 s.17(1) 1022 s.25(1) 898 s.10(4) 763 s.11(2) 607 s.29(1) 519 s.2 448 s.3 342

Timeline

2026-05 339 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263 2025-10 217

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 491 releases · 27.4 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 425 releases · 27.5 avg days Marine Directorate 274 releases · 26.7 avg days Local Government and Housing Directorate 267 releases · 25.4 avg days People Directorate 243 releases · 23.7 avg days Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate 229 releases · 31.2 avg days Population Health Directorate 228 releases · 24.7 avg days Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate 199 releases · 23.6 avg days

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179 matching releases

Prison to Rehab programme documentation: FOI release

1. Any analysis, briefing, or internal discussion explaining why only 48 people have completed a 12- week Prison to Rehab placement since 2022. 2. Any documents that identify barriers to prisoners entering or completing the Prison to Rehab programme, including capacity limits, referral issues, eligibility criteria, or...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.3 s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-04-08
Reference: FOI/202600502682
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Prison to Rehab pathway data: FOI release

1. Any emails, briefings, or submissions sent to or from the Justice Secretary’s Private Office that discuss low numbers of prisoners completing the Prison to Rehab programme. 2. Any correspondence that explains why completion numbers have remained low since 2022. 3. Any advice provided to the Justice Secretary that ...

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

Published: 2026-04-08
Reference: FOI/202600502810
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Scottish National Investment Bank meeting minutes: FOI release

Could you supply all documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/note from meetings, briefings and analysis, about Baillie Gifford, from the last month? How many meetings have Scottish Government Ministers held with members of the Scottish Nat...

FOI not held 70 score 15 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.30 s.27(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-04-07
Reference: FOI/202600502723
Directorate: International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic: Economy, International, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Survivors of Human Trafficking in Scotland (SOHTIS) event: FOI release

In the week commencing Jan 5 2026, an event was held on the topic of Violence against Women and Girls, involving ministers, officials and third-sector organisations. The meeting is recounted in this blog here: https://www.sohtis.org/blog/o3z04yufd1e72q0ljk07y34qhbpnkq The meeting/event was attended by Siobhian Brown ...

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

Published: 2026-03-24
Reference: FOI/202600500880
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Law and order, Public sector

Scottish Ministerial Code correspondence: FOI release

I would like to request copies of all correspondence that involves Helen Webster, Ashleigh Gray & Colin McAllister (of the Scottish Government) & Claire Loftus, Sir John Manzoni & Sir Ernest Ryder (independent advisers regarding the Scottish Ministerial Code) for the month of December 2025 please.

FOI not held 70 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.17(1) s.35(2) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.30 s.35(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-03-10
Reference: FOI/202500499790
Directorate: Propriety and Ethics Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Engagement of agency workers information: FOI release

1. Specific Agency Engagement Referenced in the 2024/25 Consolidated Accounts Please provide all documentation relating to the engagement of the agency worker referenced in paragraphs 16–18 of the 2024/25 Audit of the Scottish Government Consolidated Accounts, specifically the individual engaged on a part-time basis f...

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.38(1) s.34(1) s.33(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-03-10
Reference: FOI/202500492558
Directorate: People Directorate
Topic: Public sector

National Clinical Director letter to therapists information: FOI release

“Time period: 6 July 2020 to 10 July 2020 inclusive. I am requesting the recorded information held by the Scottish Government relating to the drafting, clearance, authorisation, and publication of the ‘National Clinical Director letter to therapists’ dated 8 July 2020, and the communications that directly preceded it....

FOI not held 70 score 27 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings whatsapp s.17 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-03-03
Reference: FOI/202500498292
Directorate: Chief Nursing Officer Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Former First Minister and the City of London Corporation’s Special Representative to the EU meeting information: FOI release

Information relating to a meeting on 27 April 2017 between the then First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, and Jeremy Browne: 1. Confirmation of whether such a meeting took place, including the location, time, duration, and list of attendees (including any Scottish Government officials or special advisers present). 2. Any ...

FOI not held 70 score 12 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.3 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-03-02
Reference: FOI/202600500054
Directorate: International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic: Business, industry and innovation, International, Money and tax, +1 more … Public sector

Briefing material prepared for the First Minister's meeting with the US Ambassador: FOI release

“Could you supply all briefing material prepared for John Swinney's meeting with the US Ambassador on November 1, as well as any minutes/notes from meetings and any readouts?”.

FOI not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.17 s.28(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.32(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500496710
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

Ministerial obligations, conflict-of-interest advice and decision-making in relation to the Sheku Bayoh Public Inquiry: FOI release

1 — Ministerial Code Compliance and Conflict-of-Interest Assessment All documents, communications, emails, internal notes, records of meetings, briefings, drafts, or advice: concerning any potential, declared, undeclared, perceived or actual conflict of interest arising from Mr Anwar’s relationship with Mr Yousaf, an...

FOI not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.5 s.38(1) s.17 s.40(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500496961
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Details of the Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs trip to Brussels: FOI release

1. The full ministerial diary entry / itinerary for Angela Constance MSP (Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs) for 19–21 November 2025 inclusive 2. All briefing packs, background notes, speaking notes, lines-to-take, or any other preparatory material provided to the Cabinet Secretary or her private office i...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.6 s.17(1) s.27(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500495024
Directorate: EU Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Minutes from Serious Organised Crime Taskforce meetings: FOI release

You asked for copies of all minutes of meetings of the Serious Organised Crime Taskforce, excluding the minutes of the meeting held on 12 June 2025.

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.30 s.35(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202600501737
Directorate: Safer Communities Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government correspondence regarding the Non-Domestic Rates (Scotland) Act 2020: FOI release

Any correspondence (including emails, letters, phone calls, handwritten notes, WhatsApp messages or any other documents) between the office of the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and Local Government and the office of the First Minister regarding the Non-Domestic Rates (Scotland) Act 2020. Information should include but ...

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers whatsapp s.29(1) s.36(1) s.38(1) s.17(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500495526
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

Details of the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy's visit to COP 30: FOI release

1. A list of individuals the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy and/or her officials met with at COP 30. 2. Any briefings provided to the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy ahead of her visit to COP 30. 3. Any correspondence (including emails, letters, phone calls, handwritten notes, WhatsAp...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings whatsapp s.29(1) s.30 s.32 s.33(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-18
Reference: FOI/202500494736
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, International, Public sector

Palestinian Mission to the United Kingdom meeting material: FOI release

A copy of the briefing pack for and the minutes from the meeting between the First Minister and Dr Husam Zomlot, Head of the Palestinian Mission to the UK, on 22nd September 2025.

FOI not held 70 score 35 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.17 s.28(1) s.32(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-18
Reference: FOI/202500491414
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Proposed relocation of Glasgow Gaelic Primary School documentation: FOI release

You asked for information regarding the proposed relocation of Glasgow Gaelic Primary School in Finnieston, Glasgow.

FOI not held 70 score 15 working days correspondence spending s.17(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-18
Reference: FOI/202500496130
Directorate: Education Reform Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Correspondence and documentation regarding waiting list statistic: FOI release

Any correspondence from the Health Directorate and Ministers, Ministerial offices, or Special Advisers with Public Health Scotland on the topic of the claimed statistic that one in six Scots are on waiting lists and any subsequent correspondence or ministerial submissions, agendas, meeting minutes or handouts on the to...

FOI not held 70 score 16 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-17
Reference: FOI/202500495492
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Advice Direct Scotland performance data: FOI release

Further to your recent FOI requests relating to Advice Direct Scotland, you requested further information relating to abandoned calls, performance and data reporting, and the verification of data. Your full request is available at annex A.

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.17(1) s.25(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-16
Reference: FOI/202500492796
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Asylum seekers correspondence: FOI release

Any correspondence (including emails, letters, phone calls, handwritten notes, WhatsApp messages or any other documents) between the office of the First Minister and the office of the Cabinet Secretary for Housing regarding asylum policy and the accommodation of asylum seekers and/or refugees in Scotland. Information s...

FOI not held 70 score 31 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings whatsapp s.17(1) s.38(1) s.25(1) s.30 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-10
Reference: FOI/202500489706
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Discussions and community considerations regarding enhance care’s Townend Care Home, Symington (Ayrshire): FOI release

1. Care Homes situated within a private estate with other private home owners where all gardens meet with no boundary fences - would you say this is an acceptable location ? 2. Care Home situated in a private estate with no street lighting with Teenagers and Pensioners living adjacent to the care home and need to walk...

FOI not held 70 score 40 working days over deadline correspondence contracts s.17(1) s.25(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.33(1) s.15(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-10
Reference: FOI/202500492061
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, 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

Information relating to Criminal Justice Board meetings and file paths of ERDM folders relating to associated documents: FOI release

Information…in relation to the Criminal Justice Board. Please provide: 1. Copies of the Board’s risk registers for the past two years (from November 2023 to the present). 2. Copies of the minutes of all Criminal Justice Board meetings held during the same two-year period. 3. Copies of the agendas for all Criminal Jus...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings contracts s.38(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-09
Reference: FOI/202500491256
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Details of payments to suppliers more than 30 days late: FOI release

We request under FOISA that you provide, (in a machine readable format, preferably Microsoft Excel or CSV) the following information in respect of suppliers which were not paid in within 30 days for the period starting 1 April 2019 to the date of this request: 1. Supplier Name 2. Invoice Date 3. Invoice Received Date ...

FOI not held 70 score 7 working days correspondence ministers spending s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-09
Reference: FOI/202500495045
Directorate: Financial Management Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Scottish Enterprise funding to companies manufacturing military equipment: FOI release

1. What companies have Scottish Enterprise been funding, to date, that have known records of supplying weapons/arms components to Israel? 2. Which of those companies has now had that funding terminated? 3. On what specific date was the termination of that funding put into effect? 4. Will the termination of such fund...

FOI not held 70 score 15 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-09
Reference: FOI/202500493351
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Business, industry and innovation, Public sector