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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3,283 matching releases

Curriculum for Excellence Curriculum Improvement Cycle development groups statistics: FOI release

Please provide the number of teaching staff participating in each of the following Curriculum for Excellence Curriculum Improvement Cycle development groups, for each curricular area: 1. Collaboration groups. 2. Core groups. 3. Critical friends. 4. Steering groups. For each curriculum area and each group within it...

FOI not held 70 score 25 working days over deadline correspondence s.2 s.3 s.4 s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-25
Reference: FOI/202500497348
Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Financial Support Provided to Offshore Solutions Group: EIR release

"All information held by the Scottish Government (including its directorates, agencies, nondepartmental public bodies, and enterprise agencies) concerning any financial assistance provided to Offshore Solutions Group (“OSG”). This should include, but not be limited to: Any grants, loans, awards, subsidies, or other fo...

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

Published: 2026-02-25
Reference: EIR/202500494484
Directorate: Offshore Wind Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Road traffic collisions around the Queensferry Crossing by location and severity: EIR release

"I request the following information please :- For the years 01/01/2022 - 31/12/2022; 01/01/2023 - 31/12/2023; 01/01/2024 - 31/12/2024 The number of road traffic collisions that have occurred one mile before (southbound) the Queensferry Crossing, on the Queensferry Crossing (southbound), one mile after (southbound) Q...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-25
Reference: FOI/202500498256
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Number of bail breaches and impact monitoring by Scottish Government: FOI release

1. The total number of bail breaches recorded in each of the following periods: the 12 months prior to commencement of the Act, and the 12 months following commencement of the Act. 2. A breakdown of these breaches by category, including: failure to appear, committing further offences while on bail, breach of conduct...

FOI not held 45 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence s.4 s.27(1)

Published: 2026-02-25
Reference: FOI/202500497651
Directorate: Safer Communities Directorate
Topic: Communities and third sector, Public sector

Primary school deferral statistics: FOI release

What % of children born in August 2020 to February 2021 cohort were deferred from starting primary 1 in August 2025 to instead begin in Aug 2026? I would also like to know the deferral rates from 2023 onwards.

FOI not held 40 score 15 working days correspondence spending

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500495811
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Transport Scotland road delivery outfalls and historic data (2015–2024): EIR Review

Original Request 202500497286 1. I would like to request a written and mapped list for road outfalls in the area outlined in the attached map. 2. I would like to request historic data for each of these outfalls over ten years — 2015-2024 inclusive (or as far back as possible, depending on the outfalls' age and the len...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 18 working days correspondence s.20 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500497946 - Review of 202500497286
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SPPA) monthly reports: FOI release

On Tuesday 2 December 2025, Dr Stephen Pathirana provided evidence to the Public finance committee at the Scottish parliament. During the session he was asked the question around what level of interaction he has with Scottish Government. He stated that he provides a monthly report to Ivan McKee MSP. He went onto state ...

FOI not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500496771
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Spend in relation to witness support: FOI release

How much has the Scottish Government spent on training and support for witnesses for public inquiries in each of the last five years, with a breakdown by each year, and what the money was spent on?

FOI not held 45 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending s.17

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500496430
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Education, teachers and Qualifications Scotland and student visa impacts: FOI release

Could you provide all the actions undertaken by the Scottish Government after it lost the Scottish Parliament vote on standing up for teaching on May 15 2025? Could you supply the full costs of creating a centre for teaching excellence so far, with a breakdown of these costs? How much has been spent on consultants to c...

FOI not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.17 s.6 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: FOI/202500496590
Directorate: Education Reform Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Carbon budget targets advice correspondence: EIR release

1. From 1 January 2025 to 4 December 2025, did the Scottish Government receive any advice on how to achieve its carbon budget targets from third parties? This would include climate advisers, third sector groups etc. If so, please specify whom. 2. Please provide any correspondence (including emails, letters, phone call...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence whatsapp s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-24
Reference: EIR/202500496970
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, 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

City of Edinburgh Council correspondence regarding the proposed new West Edinburgh secondary school: EIR Review

Original request 202500491517 All correspondence between the Scottish Government and The City of Edinburgh Council regarding the proposed new West Edinburgh secondary school, and in particular any requests from CEC to ask for funding for this school and any responses from Scot Gov.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 14 working days correspondence s.20 s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: EIR/202500496680 Review of 202500491517
Directorate: Planning, Architecture and Regeneration Directorate
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Lochaber Smelter "monitoring reports" extracts: FOI release

I am requesting specific extracts from the "monitoring reports" produced by external advisors (Deloitte, Teneo, or similar) regarding the Scottish Government's financial guarantee to the GFG Alliance (Alvance British Aluminium) for the Lochaber Smelter. Please provide: 1. The "Risk Dashboard" Only: The single page or...

FOI not held 45 score 15 working days correspondence ministers spending s.33(1) s.2 s.17(1) s.36(1)

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500496386
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

COVID-19 support payment discussions or arrangements: FOI release

1. A copy of the internal Scottish Government document sent to PSD regarding COVID-19 dental support in May 2020, referenced in my payment response but not provided to myself. 2. Details of financial support and payment mechanisms for dental practices between September 2020 and March 2022, including any guidance issue...

FOI not held 45 score 61 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.3 s.25(1) s.17(1)

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500486595
Directorate: Primary Care Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, 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

Transport Scotland - Scrapping of peak rail fares information: FOI release

1. Confirmation of whether or not the amount of money that was required to deliver the permanent scrapping of peak rail fares came from an existing pot of money that was already in Transport Scotland’s budget. If it was, please reveal (i) which pot of money (name of fund and for which policy) (ii) how much was taken ...

FOI not held 45 score 13 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1)

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500496724
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

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

Student Awards Agency Scotland policies, guidance and statistics: FOI release

SECTION A — POLICIES, PROCEDURES & GUIDANCE 1. Policies for DSA Travel Claims All internal policies and guidance relating to: verification of taxi journeys acceptable evidence for cash taxi payments use of private hire or independent taxi providers evidence assessment criteria contacting external parties during veri...

FOI not held 70 score 26 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings spending s.29 s.35(1) s.17(1) s.10 s.11 s.12 s.16 s.18 s.19 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-23
Reference: FOI/202500493969
Directorate
Topic: Education, Money and tax, 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

Meeting details between the Stove Industry Association and the Scottish Government: EIR request

1. Please could you provide any agenda, minutes or meeting notes relating to the meetings with the Stove Industry Association and the Scottish Government on the dates below: 27 June 2024 10 July 2024 31 July 2024 2. Please tell me how many meetings (including online meetings) have taken place between the Scottish Gov...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-18
Reference: FOI/202500494885
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Economy, 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

Communications by Scottish Ministers relating to the future ownership and management of Dundee Airport: EIR release

Any and all internal communications by Scottish Ministers relating to the future ownership and management of Dundee Airport; Any and all internal communications on plans for asset disposal of Dundee Airport; Any and all internal communications on the limited economic viability of Dundee Airport; Any and all internal co...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 18 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.10(5) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-18
Reference: FOI/202500495306
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland late payment information: FOI release

Details of instances in which Transport Scotland (including, where applicable, any agencies, bodies, or units for which it is ultimately responsible for supplier payments) has failed to pay its suppliers on time, thereby causing liabilities for late payment compensation and/or interest on late payments to be incurred f...

FOI not held 70 score 7 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-02-18
Reference: FOI/202500494971
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport