Scottish Government FOI Index

22,641releases indexed

40,480attachments found

29.5avg calendar days

8,386partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-09-16newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,386 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) 5150 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3727 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 2 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 961 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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8,386 matching releases

Heath Secretary's attendance at the Aberdeen v Hibs football match: FOI release

In relation to Neil Gray attending the Aberdeen v Hibs match on 4 November 2023: How many Scottish Government officials accompanied Mr Gray to this ministerial engagement? Please supply all information in the ministerial briefing given to Mr Gray for this event and all notes or minutes resulting from the event. Plea...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-12-10
Reference: FOI/202400440398
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Health and social care, Public sector

Former Cabinet Secretary for Wellbeing Economy, Fair Work and Energy ministerial visit 19 November 2023: FOI release

In relation to Neil Gray attending the Scotland v Norway match on 19 November 2023: How many Scottish Government officials accompanied Mr Gray to this ministerial engagement? Please supply all information in the ministerial briefing given to Mr Gray for this event and all notes or minutes resulting from the event. P...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-12-10
Reference: FOI/202400440400
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

Minutes from Health Secretary's football engagements: FOI release

The full minutes/notes taken from Neil Gray's ministerial engagements at these events: Viaplay Cup Semi Final at Hampden Park November 4 Viaplay Cup Final at Hampden Park on 17th December 2023 Scottish Cup Semi-final at Hampden Park on 20th April 2024 Football match at Pittodrie, Aberdeen on 15 May 2024 as a guest ...

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

Published: 2024-12-10
Reference: FOI/202400440807
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Health and social care, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care - Football Related Ministerial Engagements: FOI release

a. any briefing provided by civil servants to Mr Gray for the five games in question (detailed below). b. how many civil servants or government officials were in attendance for each of the five games in question, given that these were official ministerial engagements. c. any notes or meeting minutes recorded by civil...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-12-10
Reference: FOI/202400440809
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

Former Cabinet Secretary for Wellbeing Economy, Fair Work and Energy sporting events: FOI release

All notes/records/minutes held by the Scottish Government detailing discussions involving Neil Gray whilst he was in attendance at sporting events from 8 February 2023.

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

Published: 2024-12-10
Reference: FOI/202400440762
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

Ministerial engagements by Cabinet Secretary Neil Gray at sporting events: FOI release

1. All briefings or visit notes produced for the cabinet secretary or officials 2. Details of Scottish Government officials (including total number and job titles) who attended with the Cabinet Secretary 3. Any minutes, notes or entries on the corporate record associated with the engagements For the following minist...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.33(1) s.38(1) 16 attachments

Published: 2024-12-09
Reference: FOI/202400440250
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

Scottish Government and COSLA funding agreement to protect teacher numbers: FOI release

Information regarding the government's proposed agreement with COSLA regarding the £145.5 million in funding meant to protect teacher numbers. For context, this is the proposed agreement that is a continuation of the one referenced here in a previous FOI release which was in place for previous years. The difference thi...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 35 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-12-03
Reference: FOI/202400434260
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Productivity Investigations in NHS Scotland: FOI release

1. Since 2021, what investigations have the Scottish Government undertaken in which the primary subject matter was productivity in NHS Scotland? 2. From 8 February 2024 to present, copies of all communication chains to and from the Cabinet Secretary for Health wherein the Cabinet Secretary for Health mentioned the ter...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers s.27(2) s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400436892
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence relating to free school meals discussions: FOI release

Briefings written, analysis written for or by the Scottish Government, all correspondence received and sent by the government, including internally, minutes/notes from meetings, regarding universal free meals for all primary school children, between September 1 2024 and September 30 2024.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400437080
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic declined requests for comment: FOI release

1. From 1 January 2023 to present, copies of all reports which the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic had discretion over publication, was given the option of publication, and declined to publish. a. Along with this, please provide communications relating to this decline to publish. 2. From 1 January 2023 to pr...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400437559
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Briefing provided to First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Housing Minister regarding offshore wind: EIR release

1. All correspondence between Stephen Flynn and Scottish Ministers (and anyone in their offices) or Special Advisers between 3 October 2024 and the present date inclusive. This correspondence should include WhatsApps, instant messages, phone calls, emails, meetings (either in person or on zoom/teams). 2. Any briefing ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.33 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400435367
Directorate: Business and Better Regulation Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Attendance of Scottish Government Officials at HMS Formidable Steel Cutting Ceremony: FOI release

1. Specifically, were any Scottish Government officials invited to attend the recent steel cutting ceremony for the new frigate HMS Formidable at Rosyth? If any officials were invited and declined to attend, could you provide the reasons for their refusal? 2. If any refusals occurred - copies of any emails or correspo...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.34(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400437077
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Documentation released in relation to Appeal Decision 143/2024: FOI release

This request concerns the information which the Scottish Government was required to disclose to an applicant by this decision of the Scottish Information Commissioner: https://www.foi.scot/decision-1432024 Please send me all of the information which was disclosed to the applicant due to the above decision.

FOI partially withheld 85 score 15 working days correspondence 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-26
Reference: FOI/202400436001
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Planning document for Warblaw Hill Afforestation Scheme: EIR release

I would further like to enquire on the existing forestry plantation on Warblaw Hill, Langholm (planted 2017-18), please can you provide me with the planning documentation for this 347ha site, planted on behalf of the Duke of Buccleuch.

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

Published: 2024-11-26
Reference: FOI/202400434910
Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Acting Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Net Zero communications with UK Government: EIR release

“All correspondence between the UK Government and Gillian Martin in her role as Acting Cabinet Secretary for Energy and Net Zero?”

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-26
Reference: FOI/202400436052
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Public sector

European Union gene editing rules documentation: EIR release

All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence (internal as well), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings, policy notes, about EU gene editing rules, from the last six months?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.10(4) s.11(2) s.10(5) 8 attachments

Published: 2024-11-26
Reference: FOI/202400437152
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Winter Preparedness Plan Drafting Process: FOI release

1. What personnel were involved in the drafting of the Winter Preparedness Plan 2024-25? 2. What was the timeline for the drafting of the Winter Preparedness Plan 2024-25? 3. What stakeholders did the Scottish Government consult with in the process of drawing up this plan? 4. Copies of all communications to and from...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.1 s.2 s.3 s.4 s.38(1) s.30 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436893
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Dundee Economic Summit: FOI release

All correspondents between John Alexander, now SSEN and previously SNP Councillor and leader of Dundee City Council and the Scottish Government since the 1st August 2024.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436425
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Closure of Creative Scotland’s Open Fund for Individuals correspondence: FOI release

1. A copy of all the feedback that the Scottish Government received on the temporary closure of Creative Scotland’s Open Fund earlier this year. 2. A copy of all the feedback that the Scottish Government has received on the current delay to Creative Scotland’s Multi-Year Fund.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436296
Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

Independence referendum speeches prepared for former First Minister: FOI release

Please provide any communication, drafts and information relating to speeches prepared for former FM Alex Salmond for the outcome of the independence referendum in 2014. Please include information on potential speeches prepared for the outcome of independence.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436354
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Transport Scotland grants and subsidy programmes provided to bus operators: FOI release

The total figures per year for the last 5 years of the amount of subsidies and/or grant given to privately owned bus companies in Scotland.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence contracts spending s.25(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436922
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Minister for Equalities meeting with Glasgow City Parents: FOI release

“On the 16/5/24, Minister for Equalities Kaukab Stewart met Glasgow City Parents. I’d like to ask for the minutes from that meeting, how long the meeting lasted and who attended.”

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.3 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436605
Directorate
Topic

Blue Badge Code of Practice for Local Authorities: FOI release

1. A copy of the latest version of the Blue Badge Code of Practice for Local Authorities, which we understand was created in 2022. 2. Any correspondence relating to the decision not to make the 2022 Code of Practice available online 3. Any documents and correspondence relating to the evaluation of how the Code of Pra...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.4 s.30 s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436488
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Scottish Government modelling for the elective care waiting list: FOI release

Modelling held by the Scottish Government that covers the size of the elective care waiting list in the current and future years. Please include any relevant ministerial briefings, in full, that cover this topic. I am interested in information covering any combination of inpatient, outpatient and day case activity. I ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.27(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436621
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

NHS Chairs group meeting information: FOI release

Information relating to the NHS Chairs group including the agenda, meeting papers and any slides and accompanying notes presented in regards to the following meetings. The paper(s) and slides on reform presented to the NHS Chairs meeting in May The meeting papers in full for the most recent meeting of the NHS Scotland...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence meetings s.30 s.38(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436629
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector