Scottish Government FOI Index

22,642releases indexed

40,482attachments found

29.5avg calendar days

8,387partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-09-16newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,387 unclear 7,405 not held 3,239 released 1,581 already published 701 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5151 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3728 s.39(2) 3593 s.30 2995 s.17(1) 2923 s.25(1) 2521 s.10(4) 2060 s.11(2) 1619 s.29(1) 1223 s.2 1222 s.3 958

Timeline

2026-09 3 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,312 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 978 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 962 releases · 30.9 avg days Learning Directorate 871 releases · 34.3 avg days Economic Development Directorate 737 releases · 39.7 avg days Constitution Directorate 702 releases · 35.9 avg days Population Health Directorate 665 releases · 28.5 avg days People Directorate 657 releases · 25.6 avg days

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3,968 matching releases

Scottish Independence Referendum, Glasgow accounts and invoice: FOI release

A copy of the accounts submitted by the Counting Officer for the City of Glasgow in the 2014 Scottish Independence Referendum. Specifically, copies of Forms A,B,C,D,E,F,G,H.I,J,K and L. Additionally, copies of the annexes to Form G. Additionally, a copy of the invoice submitted by Idox to supply the Postal Vote Managed...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence spending s.38(1) s.33(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2017-09-15
Reference
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Independent Advisor on Poverty and Inequality: FOI release

You asked in relation to the Independent Advisor on Poverty and Inequality, Naomi Eisenstadt; "Why did Naomi Eisenstadt quit her job as Poverty Advisor?" "What contract to work with the Scottish government was she given when she took this position, and what was her salary and pension rights?".

FOI partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers contracts s.38(1)

Published: 2017-09-14
Reference
Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Impact of leaving the EU on NHS workforce: FOI release

Please confirm or deny if the Strategy and Constitution Directorate holds written records of any communications within the last six months between the Strategy and Constitution Directorate and (a) the Health and Social Care Directorate (b) any NHS Scotland Board (c) any other Directorate of the Scottish Government (d) ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-09-13
Reference
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Health and social care, Public sector

First Minister meeting John McFarlane, Barclays' Chairman, 2016: FOI release

Information relating to the First Minister's meeting with John McFarlane, Chairman of Barclays, on December 1, 2016. To include all briefing papers prepared for the meeting. All communications (emails, letters etc.) regarding the organisation of the meeting and after the meeting. Any notes, minutes or action points tak...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.33(1) s.29(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-09-08
Reference
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Briefings for Fiona Hyslop's meetings in Japan: FOI release

All briefings prepared for Fiona Hyslop for meetings in Japan between February 11, 2017 and February 18, 2017. All minutes, actions points or notes taken following the individual meetings.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.30 s.32(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2017-09-07
Reference
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

FM attendance at the Hunter Charity Foundation event: FOI release

You have requested whether the First Minister or indeed any other members of the ministerial team or Scottish Government staff were in attendance at the Hunter Foundation Charity event? If so, who attended? Furthermore, if they attended as the guests of other attendees, please confirm which people or organisations pro...

FOI partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers spending s.27(1) s.38(1)

Published: 2017-09-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Correspondence with the management of Highland Spring: FOI release

I would like to know more about the nature of the contact between the Scottish Government and the management of Highland Spring following the publicised comments by Les Montgomery of that company in respect to the potential threat of an independence referendum affecting business confidence. Specifically, who made the ...

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

Published: 2017-09-04
Reference
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Conversation between FM and EU Chief Negotiator, Michel Barnier:FOI release

The text of the conversation between First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP and the European Union's Chief Negotiator Michel Barnier during their meeting in Brussels.

FOI partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers meetings s.32(1) s.38(1)

Published: 2017-09-04
Reference
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Arderseir Waste Water Treament Plant Development: FOI release

Any and all correspondence between the Scottish Government and Scottish Water/Scottish Water Horrisons and The Highland Council regarding the following: The Arderseir Waste Water Treament Plant Development The "Bund" at Ardersier Community / Resident Issues Landownership considerations in connection with the laying of...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.38(1) s.36(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2017-09-04
Reference
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Correspondence relating to the Crown Estate : FOI release

You asked for the content of all correspondence between Scottish Government and UK Government, and Scottish Government and Royal Family, relating to the Crown Estate within the last 12 months.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.28(1) s.29(1) s.36(1) s.41 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-09-01
Reference
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Correspondence between SG and Highland Spring CEO: FOI release

Under Freedom of Information legislation, I would like to see records of/copies of communication (phone calls/emails/letters etc) between the Scottish Government and Les Montgomery (Highland Spring chief executive) in July 2017.

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

Published: 2017-09-01
Reference
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Communications with Gillian Thompson (Moi Ali case): FOI release

Information contained in documents, meetings, communications & discussions between the Scottish Government & others, including Gillian Thompson, in relation to the release of material in response to an FOI request which disclosed comments from Gillian Thompson in relation to Moi Ali and allegations Ms Ali was the sourc...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence meetings s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-08-30
Reference
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

FM meeting Strathclyde University's Advanced Forming Research Centre: FOI release

A copy of all background notes and/or briefing/s provided to Scottish Ministers in advance of meetings with repres entatives of Strathclyde University's Advanced Forming Research Centre in the past year. In addition, you have requested a copy of any minutes and notes taken during or subsequent to these meetings.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.33(1) s.29(1) s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2017-08-29
Reference
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Communications between First Minister and Russian Government: FOI release

A breakdown of all communications between the First Minster and the Russian Government since June 2016. All correspondence between the First Minister and the Russian Government since June 2016. All minutes and notes taken of telephone communications between the First Minister and the Russian Government since June 2016.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings s.17(1) s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2017-08-25
Reference
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Giant Panda Programme at Edinburgh Zoo: FOI release

All correspondence and information including but not limited to documents, reports, calls logged, notes of meetings and emails between the Scottish Government and the Chinese government in relation to the pandas at Edinburgh Zoo. I am looking for the information for dates starting June 10th 2017 up until today's date (...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings s.17(1) s.29(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-08-25
Reference
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Information relating to retirement of Sheriff Andrew Lothian: FOI release

Information contained in documents, meetings, communications and discussions relating to the retirement of Sheriff Andrew Lothian; any payments made by the Scottish Government, Scottish Court Service or judiciary to Sheriff & retired Sheriff Andrew Lothian upon his retirement; and any correspondence to/from retired She...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence meetings spending s.3(2) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-08-24
Reference
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Correspondence from Donald Trump since 2007: FOI release

The content of all correspondence from Donald Trump since 2007. I am thinking of correspondence to the First Minister, but if there is other correspondence addressed to the government or another Minister I would also be grateful for this. I am requesting correspondence from him as an individual and businessman, and fro...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.38(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2017-08-24
Reference
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Communications between Cabinet Secretary and Russian Government: FOI release

The following information: A breakdown of all communications between the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work and the Russian Government since June 2016. All correspondence between the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work and the Russian Government since June 2016. All minutes and not...

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

Published: 2017-08-23
Reference
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Meetings between Education Scotland and Exception UK: FOI release

Details of all meetings held between the Head of Digital Services at Education Scotland and Exception UK in the past six months, including the names of meeting participants and the scope of the discussions. Details requested should include meetings held at any premises or location, plus the scope of any contracts or pr...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence meetings contracts s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-08-23
Reference
Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Meeting to discuss FOI handling plan: FOI release

Information on a meeting to discuss an 'FOI handling plan' held at St Andrews House on 12/04/2017 including correspondence ahead of this meeting that were related to it, any invitations by email, correspondence relating to why the meeting was taking place, etc.; a list of who attended, any agenda, minute or record of w...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence meetings s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-08-21
Reference
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Meeting between FM and EU agricultural commissioner-Phil Hogan: FOI release

Ministerial (Cabinet Secretary Fergus Ewing) and senior servant correspondence relating to the meeting between the EU agricultural commissioner Phil Hogan and Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon in Edinburgh on 20th May, with reference to Scottish Government delays to EU farming subsidy payments from between 13th M...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2017-08-15
Reference
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Audit Scotland report Common Agricultural Policy Futures programme: FOI release

All correspondence between the Scottish Government and Audit Scotland relating to the Audit Scotland report entitled Common Agricultural Policy Futures programme: Further update between the first draft and the final document released in June 2017.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence spending s.28(1) s.38(1) 8 attachments

Published: 2017-08-15
Reference
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Communications between Scottish and Chinese Governments since 2016: FOI release

1) A breakdown of all communications between the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work and the Chinese Government since June 2016. 2) All correspondence between the Cabinet Secretary for the Economy, Jobs and Fair Work and the Chinese Government since June 2016. 3) All minutes and notes taken of telep...

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

Published: 2017-08-14
Reference
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Communications between FM and Chinese Government since 2016: FOI release

1) A breakdown of all communications between the First Minister and the Chinese Government since June 2016. 2) All correspondence between the First Minister and the Chinese Government since June 2016. 3) All minutes and notes taken of telephone communications between the First Minister and the Chinese Government sinc...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings s.32(1) s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2017-08-14
Reference
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Audit Scotland report 'Scotland's Colleges 2017' - correspondence: FOI release

All correspondence between the Scottish Government and Audit Scotland relating to the Audit Scotland report entitled Scotland's Colleges 2017 between the first draft and the final document released on 22nd June.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.38(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2017-08-11
Reference
Directorate
Topic: Public sector