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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3,631 matching releases

Transport Scotland - details and cost of newly-implemented 20mph signage: EIR release

-The total cost of implementing 20mph signage in Moray -The total number of new signs installed, and any signs removed or replaced -The specific cost of installing signage on the A95 at Aberlour and Craigellachie, and on the A96 at Elgin and Keith -Details of any funding or resources allocated for enforcement of the ne...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 17 working days correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2) s.19 s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-24
Reference: EIR/202600513768
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - number of closures and accident reports on A75 and A77 roads: EIR release

I wish to make the following freedom of information request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA). I request the following information relating to the A75 and A77 roads: 1. The number of planned road closures on the A75 and A77 between the 1st and 31st March 2026. 2. The number of unplanned roa...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 13 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-08-24
Reference: EIR/202600514378
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Information relating to review of Schedule 2 to Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981: EIR release

In relation to the review of Schedule 2 to the Wildlife and Countryside Act 1981. Defra announced a consultation (available here: https://www.gov.uk/government/consultations/improving-protection-for huntable-wild-birds) on 23rd March 2026. We would be grateful if you could provide us with the following information: A...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: FOI/202600512318
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Eligibility for emergency heating oil fund among rural homes: EIR release

With regards to the emergency heating oil fund set up to support Scotland: 1. How many homes in ‘rural’ areas will be eligible? 2. How many homes in areas outwith the ‘rural’ definition will be eligible? 3. How much funding is expected to be provided to ‘rural’ households?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: EIR/202600512680
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Annual awards and payments for solar PV installation under Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan scheme: EIR release

1. The total number of loans and grants awarded per year by the Scottish government to private households to install solar PV from 22 June 2023 to the Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan scheme's closure in June 2024. 2. The total amount of loans and grants that the Scottish government has paid out per year to private...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: EIR/202600512592
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Number of objections received by the Energy Consents Unit: EIR release

1. Could you please tell me the total number of objects received by the Energy Consents Unit in relation to the Kintore to Tealing 400 kV Overhead Line Connection application please? 2. Could you also tell me the number of objections received by the Energy Consents Unit in relation to the Beauly to Blackhillock to New...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.2

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: EIR/202600513424
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Vessel monitoring system - data request: EIR release

Anonymised VMS data….from the past year, information detailing fishing vessel positions around the Northern part of the Scottish North Sea with timings of when equipment was lowered or when vessels were in that area.

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 17 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-19
Reference: FOI/202600515553
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Scottish Forestry - Information regarding forestry plantation at Synton Mains Farm: EIR release

1. An update on the proposed Forestry plantation at Synton Mains Farm, Ashkirk, Selkirk TD7 4PA (latest designs, stage of design/submission, timeframes, etc) 2. Confirmation that Gresham House owns the Synton Mains Farm land designated for planting, what the purchase price for the Farm was and what monies have been re...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence briefings contracts s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.10(5) 8 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600515981
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

All material relating to Planning Permission Appeal PPA-240-2086 (land near Banknock): EIR release

I want to fully scrutinise everything relating to PPA-240-2086 and, in the interests of transparency, I request copies of all documents (including Brodies) and communications with Falkirk Council, with the Duty Principal Reporter and with any others. Can I please also have copies of internal DPEA communications.

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600521754
Directorate: Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Transport Scotland - A82 closure and speed limits: EIR release

I'd like to request information in regard to the below: XR001-SW/2024/49975/1 (3721846) 10/07/2025 - 11/07/2025 A82 I'm looking to clarify the following: Start and stop location for cones Speed limit imposed Which lanes were closed Reason for closure

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 3 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600524833
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Grants and funding awarded to Hunterston Estate: EIR release

I would be grateful if you would supply me with a list of the grants awarded to Hunterston Estate from the year 1985 to the present. These may include grants for the upkeep of the estate, Castle, House, heritage grants, agricultural and biodiversity awards, and any other funds, including loans which have been awarded ...

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

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600520379
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Westminster funding for tower block cladding: EIR release

I understand that the Scottish Government received approximately £97.1 million during the 2021/22 financial year. 1. How much has been spent to date ? 2. Which projects was the money spent on ? ( Breakdown per project with supporting documentation ) 3. What is the remaining balance of the funding received ? 4. What...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600519809
Directorate: Cladding Remediation Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

A68 from Pathhead to Lauder road closures: EIR release

You stated : A68 from Pathhead to Lauder I am respectfully requesting a F.O.I for the dates that the above part of the A68 has been closed or inaccessible (during any time of the day) from 20/03/2020 to 19/06/2026. I also request the same information for the following time frame - 20/03/2014 to 19/06/2020. If you co...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 8 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-18
Reference: EIR/202600523162
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Oslo and Paris Conventions (OSPAR) compliance status of marine deposit by rocket launch: EIR release

Thank you for your reply to my request. I seek clarification of a statement you have made: "compliance with OSPAR will be considered in determining this application". In this clarification, can you please tell me whether the proposed deposit into the sea is considered as an intentional, deliberate, pre-planned and/or ...

FOI/EIR clarification 55 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-08-17
Reference: EIR/202600518932
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Energy Consents Unit communications regarding Rogerhill Farm: EIR release

I wish to be provided with full details of all communications between any and all employees or representatives of Quair, Wardell Armstrong, SPEN, Craig Cross and the Energy Consents Unit regarding the submission of an application document entitled “ Proposed Layout Rev Q” received by the ECU on 2/4/26 and uploaded to t...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1)B s.10(4)A s.10(5)G s.11(2) s.6(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-17
Reference: EIR/202600519860
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Results of water sample testing in Loch Long, Loch Duich or Loch Alsh: EIR release

Last year SEPA vessels were present in the Loch Long , Loch Alsh and Loch Duich area and carried out water sample testing on behalf of Marine Scotland. SEPA do not hold the results. I am unable to find released results of these samples on the Marine Scotland website, either in datasets or maps. I would like the resu...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2026-08-13
Reference: EIR/202600520320
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Tealing to Kintore overhead line application information: EIR release

1. Details, including the participants and minutes of any meetings or correspondence or communication between the applicants and the Scottish Government regarding the topics and format of the Environmental Impact Assessment to be submitted on the application for the Tealing to Kintore overhead line s.37 application (EC...

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.37 s.4 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-13
Reference: EIR/202600519393
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Contact with the UK Government regarding marine energy policy and innovation funding: EIR release

This request concerns public statements made by the Cabinet Secretary for Climate Action and Energy (and formerly Acting Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy) in which she indicates that the UK Government should assist the Scottish Government in the commercialisation of emerging pre-commercial marine energy techno...

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 26 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-11
Reference: EIR/202600517470
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

A82 between Inveruglas and Ardlui road maintenance details: EIR release

We are making a request under the above Act for information relating to the A82 between Inveruglas and Ardlui in October 2024. In particular, we require the following information: - Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing all road maintenance tasks undertaken to the A82 road at...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 5 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-11
Reference: EIR/202600522455
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Flooding & drainage works on A7: EIR release

Our request relates to reports of flooding on, and drainage works carried out on the A7, in the immediate vicinity of Brierybank Ewes, Langholm, DG13 OHJ. The location is found at grid reference E337186 and N591231. We understand that the management of the A7 is the responsibility of BEAR Scotland. Please provide us ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 7 working days correspondence s.2 s.3 s.4 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 10 attachments

Published: 2026-08-11
Reference: EIR/202600522163
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Midlothian Council Recycling Improvement Fund repayment query: EIR release

I am writing to follow up on EIR 202600515472, specifically in relation to the Recycling Improvement Fund grant awarded to Midlothian Council under reference RIF-34/02122 for in-cab technology. Annex B of the response to that request includes internal correspondence from October 2024 confirming that Scottish Governmen...

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

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600518083
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Grangemouth oil refinery future business use: EIR release

I am writing to you under the Freedom of Information Act (2002) to request the following information. Please provide all internal communication regarding the Grangemouth oil refinery and its future business use from November 2025 to date of receipt. Please also provide all correspondence on the matter with Scottish Ent...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.10(5) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600517954
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Money and tax, +1 more … Public sector

Breaches of fisheries regulations, sea fishing vessel inspections and fishing licences queries: EIR release

Further information relating to the response you received to your previous request (reference: 202600513782) regarding inspections of commercial fishing vessels, breaches of fisheries regulations and enforcement actions taken by the Marine Directorate. “Many thanks for your response to our information request and apol...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2026-08-10
Reference: EIR/202600517325
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Information on buildings in Scotland's Cladding Remediation Programme: EIR release

The most recent available list of buildings in scope of Scotland's Cladding Remediation Programme, including buildings associated with Single Building Assessments, additional work assessments, remediation planning, remediation works, or completed remediation. You also asked for each building where held: building name...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence meetings contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-08-05
Reference: FOI/202600517109
Directorate: Cladding Remediation Directorate
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Seal and salmon farms since 1 February 2021: EIR Review

Original request - 202200333363 "Please provide information on seals and salmon farms since 1 February 2021. Please include photos, videos, letters, emails and any other documents in relation to seals and salmon farms. Please include data and information on any seals trapped, shot, killed and injured at and close to...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence briefings s.20 s.16(3) s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.11(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2026-08-04
Reference: EIR/202300352521 Review of 202200333363
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector