Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,907releases indexed
40,930attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,504partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-11-02newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,504 unclear 7,454 not held 3,290 released 1,598 already published 714 cost limit 636 clarification 377 withheld 251 transferred 83

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5222 s.20 4480 s.34(1) 3784 s.39(2) 3636 s.30 3037 s.17(1) 2979 s.25(1) 2556 s.10(4) 2087 s.11(2) 1636 s.29(1) 1248 s.2 1245 s.3 979

Timeline

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Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,336 releases · 27.8 avg days Marine Directorate 991 releases · 29.7 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 970 releases · 31.1 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 677 releases · 28.7 avg days People Directorate 665 releases · 25.5 avg days
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Vessel 801 stage 16 payment: EIR release

Stage 16 payment for vessel 801 made to FMEL on 22/11/2017, according to the revised payment schedule of 12/05/2017: Please set out what evidence was provided by FMEL as proof that all elements of the sixteenth milestone event had been achieved to the required standard? Please provide this. Please set out what checks ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 189 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings spending s.6(1) s.10(4) s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2023-12-06
Reference
202200291928
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

A82 Pulpit Rock and Tarbert-to-Invernarnan Schemes: EIR release

In relation to the A82 Tarbet to Inverarnan scheme: 'a copy of the minuted agreement not to carry out a STAG Appraisal as intended.' In relation to the A82 Pulpit Rock Improvement scheme: 'On a similar theme the Pulpit Rock Appraisal reads “Due to the extensive preliminary assessment work carried out as part of the A82...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2023-12-06
Reference
02200332036
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Shared cycle and pedestrian path on the westbound side of the A898: EIR release

Information relating to the shared cycle and pedestrian path situated adjacent to the A898 on the westbound side of the carriageway, specifically: Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing any risk assessments carried out at the locus between February 2019 to date. Information in...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 31 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 14 attachments
Published
2023-12-06
Reference
202200331874
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Inspection records for Kingsway, Dundee and surrounding area from Oct 2020-Feb 2023: EIR release

Inspection records for Kingsway, Dundee and the immediate surrounding area from 01.10.20 to present since we have recently received notification of a personal injury claim arising from hole caused by a missing grate/chamber cover within the cycle path at the above location. Street inspection records to include driven s...

FOI/EIR withheld 80 score 9 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) s.81 4 attachments
Published
2023-12-06
Reference
202300345039
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Felling Permission Application guidance: EIR release

The application form and any method statement submitted in relation to case FPA-8627: The Ford. As the information you have requested is ‘environmental information’ for the purposes of the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004 (EIRs), we are required to deal with your request under those Regulations. W...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) 4 attachments
Published
2023-12-05
Reference
202200290988
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Energy strategy scenarios shared with the Oil and Gas and Energy Transition Strategic Leadership Group: EIR release

The energy strategy scenarios shared with the Oil and Gas and Energy Transition Strategic Leadership Group in March 2022. I refer to the three scenarios discussed in the March minutes. As the information you have requested is 'environmental information' for the purposes of the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regu...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2023-12-05
Reference
202200318270
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Traffic diversion from A8 to Old Greenock Road 2017-22: EIR release

The number of times in the last 5 years that traffic has been diverted from the Langbank to/from Port Glasgow section of the A8 onto the Old Greenock Road; specifically, the section between Woodhall Port Glasgow to the B789 junction of Houston Road and Old Greenock Road. 'This is a narrow rural road, linking two right...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 17 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2023-12-05
Reference
202200318182
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Copy of investigation evidence and documentation: EIR release

In your letter of the 6 February on behalf of the Ballyoukan Community Group you made a request for information which we are handling under the EIRs. The other parts of the your letter will be addressed separately under other correspondence. You asked: We request a copy of investigation evidence and documentation. As...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2023-12-05
Reference
202200345100
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

A76 Mauchline Speed Management Study: EIR release

"A copy of the report submitted to Transport Scotland by Operating Company AMEY to investigate vehicle speeds and the position of the 30 mph gateway entering Mauchline from the north. (East Ayrshire, Scotland)"

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2023-12-05
Reference
FOI/202300374391
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Number of birds which have been culled in Scotland in 2022 due to Avian Flu: EIR release

The number of birds which have been culled in Scotland in 2022 due to Avian Flu, or due to the risks the disease poses, organised by location and species. As the information you have requested is ‘environmental information’ for the purposes of the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004 (EIRs), we are re...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2023-12-05
Reference
202200323194
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Public sector

National Strategy for Economic Transformation (NSET) Private Investment in Natural Capital (PINC) Working Group: EIR release

1. "What was the date of formation of the National Strategy for Economic Trans Private Investment in Natural Capital Working Group? 2. Who is a member of this group? 3. What is the cost to the Scottish Government of operating this group from the date of formation to 4/10/23? 4. Are any members of this group renumera...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-12-04
Reference
FOI/202300379433
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Economy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Deposit Return Scheme sector specific retailers working group: EIR release

1. What was the date of formation of the Deposit Return Scheme Sector specific retailers working group? 2. Who is a member of this group? 3. What is the cost to the Scottish Government of operating this group from the date of formation to 4/10/23? 4. Are any members of this group renumerated, if so what for?

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-12-04
Reference
FOI/202300379439
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Heat in buildings working groups: EIR release

Copies of the agendas, minutes and supporting documents for the Scottish Government’s heat in buildings working groups A breakdown of the cost to the government, in terms of staff time and resources, and any costs in securing external services, involved in the consultation on the Government’s proposed heat in buildings...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence meetings contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2023-12-04
Reference
FOI/202300382181
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

Correspondence regarding M8 Woodside between Glasgow City Council and Transport Scotland: EIR release

Please send me all correspondence between Transport Scotland and Glasgow City Council regarding the repair works to the M8 J16 - 17 - including (but not limited to) these repair works’ impact on the Underline Avenue project: its design and revised start and completion dates. As the information you have requested is ‘e...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2023-12-04
Reference
202300355270
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

A95 Inspection records: EIR release

In relation to a vehicle damage claim sustained following an alleged accident on the 7th October 2022 whilst driving along the A95. Please provide copies of the highway inspection records together with all opening/closing notices, defect notices and records of complaints for 2 years prior to 7th October 2022. Please al...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 16 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2023-12-04
Reference
202300341038
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

A90/A952 Toll of Birness accident statistics: EIR release

"Amount of accidents that have happened at Toll of Birness over the last 10 years but the only figures I can find are from 2013-2018. I was hoping you could supply me with these figures, how many were serious or fatalities."

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300375042
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Contaminated Land Advisory Group: FOI release

1. What date was the Contaminated Land Advisory Group formed? 2. What is the total cost of this group to the Scottish Government from the date of its formation to 4/10/23? 3. Is there any catering cost associated to this group? If so what is it? 4. Are members remunerated in any way?

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379370
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Carbon Neutral Islands Project: EIR release

The Scottish Government tender or briefing documents that were created and provided to applicants, who were in competition to carry out the net zero skills gap and sector analysis research, which is being undertaken in relation to the Carbon Neutral Islands Project. The proposals that were provided by contractors/organ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence briefings contracts s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
202300340321
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Waste and Resources Sector Forum: EIR release

1. “What date was the Waste and Resources Sector Forum formed? 2. Who is a member of this group? 3. What is the total cost of this group to the Scottish Government from the date of its formation to 4/10/23? 4. Is there any catering cost associated to this group? If so what is it? 5. Are members renumerated in anywa...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379392
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Recycling Improvement Fund Programme Board: EIR release

1. What date was the The Recycling Improvement Fund Programme Board formed? 2. Who is a member of this group? 3. What is the total cost of this group to the Scottish Government from the date of its formation to 4/10/23? 4. Is there any catering cost associated to this group? If so what is it? 5. Are members renumer...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379395
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Waste Data Strategy Board: EIR release

What date was the Waste Data Strategy Board formed? Who is a member of this group? What is the total cost of this group to the Scottish Government from the date of its formation to 4/10/23 Is there any catering cost associated to this group? If so what is it? Are members renumerated in anyway?

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379388
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Deposit Return Scheme Ministerial Strategic Assurance Group: EIR release

1. “What was the date of formation of the Deposit Return Scheme Ministerial Strategic Assurance Group?” 2. “Who is a member of this group?” 3. “What is the cost to the Scottish Government of operating this group from the date of formation to 4/10/23?” 4. “Are any members of this group renumerated, if so what for?”

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379429
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Food Waste Reduction Programme Board formed: EIR release

What date was the Food Waste Reduction Programme Board formed? Who is a member of this group? What is the total cost of this group to the Scottish Government from the date of its formation to 4/10/23 Is there any catering cost associated to this group? If so what is it? Are members renumerated in anyway?

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.11 s.34(1) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379389
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Deposit Return Scheme Executive Oversight Group: EIR release

1. “What was the date of formation of the Deposit Return Scheme Executive Oversight Group? 2. Who is a member of this group? 3. What is the cost to the Scottish Government of operating this group from the date of formation to 4/10/23? 4. Are any members of this group renumerated, if so what for?”

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.5(1) s.10 s.11
Published
2023-11-30
Reference
FOI/202300379430
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Loch Linnhe sea lice life stage information: EIR release

“The Scottish Government website: - https://data.marine.gov.scot/dataset/loch-linnhe-biological-sampling-data-products-2011-2013-0 provides a spreadsheet of sentinel cage data for 2011 to 2013. The spreadsheet lists the location on the fish where sea lice were present and the number but does not list the life stages of...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments
Published
2023-11-29
Reference
FOI/202300368973
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector