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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8,493 matching releases

Senior Civil Servant definition: FOI release

1. Can I clarify what exactly the Scottish Government defines as a Senior Civil Servant? Is the following link relevant: https://www.gov.scot/publications/senior-civil-service-pay-march-2025/? 2. If so, does that mean that any Civil Servant whose name does not appear (at the time of publication) on this list, then the...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 14 working days correspondence s.5 s.38(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600509874
Directorate: People Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Correspondence between Cabinet Secretary for Education & Skills and Dr Pauline Stephens of General Teaching Council Scotland: FOI release

All communications between the Education Secretary/department of the Scottish Government and Dr Pauline Stephens (or equivalent staff member) of GTC Scotland from 1 June 2025 - 12 December 2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.30 s.29 s.28 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500498124
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Documents relating to the West Highland Line Extension Tulloch to Newtonmore: FOI release

All documents, reports, appraisals, analyses, and communications, in electronic or paper form, relating to the study titled or described as “West Highland Line Extension Tulloch to Newtonmore”, commissioned by Transport Scotland and dated June 2016, including but not limited to the final report, appendices, feasibility...

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

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500499753
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Effect of the bus fare cap on rural railways: FOI release

What work has been carried out on the effect of the announced £2 bus fare cap for buses in the Highlands and Islands on rural railways in the area? What financial and pax headcount studies have been carried out? What is the expected loss in revenue for the rail services?

FOI partially withheld 65 score 18 working days correspondence ministers spending s.29(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600509512
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

All documentation which mentions Taiwan: FOI release

Could you supply all documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings, analysis, which mentions Taiwan, from the last month?

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.32(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500498746
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Correspondence between the Exchequer Strategy Directorate and Economist of Scotonomics: FOI release

For the period 26th October 2025 - date, please provide: (1.) All correspondence between the Exchequer Strategy Directorate of the Scottish Government and William Thomson of Scotonomics. (2.) Any briefing materials, notes, or minutes relating to meetings (in person or virtual) involving the Exchequer Strategy Directo...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500498748
Directorate: Exchequer Strategy Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Correspondence between the Chief Economist Directorate and Economist of Scotonomics: FOI release

For the period 26th October 2025 - date, please provide: (1.) All correspondence between the Chief Economist Directorate of the Scottish Government and William Thomson of Scotonomics. (2.) Any briefing materials, notes, or minutes relating to meetings (in person or virtual) involving the Chief Economist Directorate a...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.38(1) s.30 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500498747
Directorate: Chief Economist Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Closure of the application window for the Integrated Land Management Plan (ILMP): EIR release

I would like to know why Scottish Government have temporarily closed the application window for the Integrated Land Management Plan (ILMP), specialist advice and mentoring support delivered through the Farm Advisory Service.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 10 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600500779
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

Correspondence and information relating to Victoria Quay Nursery from September 2025: FOI release

All correspondence and information from SEPTEMBER 2025 about VICTORIA QUAY NURSERY.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202500499172
Directorate: Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Information regarding seized Russian oil tanker in the Moray Firth: FOI release

1/ The Russian tanker arrested by the USA which is lying in Moray Firth of Scotland, who is responsible for this vessel ? 2/ How long will she be anchored in Moray Firth ? 3/ Who is paying the day rate for the hire of vessels which are standing by the tanker and what are the day rates ? 4/ Who gave permission for th...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence s.25(1) s.17(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600508063
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

School Age Childcare Team headcount statistics 2024-25: FOI release

1. The total staffing headcount (full-time equivalent) for the School Age Childcare Team for the 2024–25 financial year. 2. The total salary costs for this team for the 2024–25 financial year. 3. The pay bands (or civil service grades) represented within the team. 4. The total non-pay operational costs attributable ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.38(1) s.34(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600508191
Directorate: Children and Families Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Public sector

Correspondence involving Scottish Ministers relating to the reduction of the number of NICU from the Best Start policy: FOI release

A copy of the following between September 16 2025 and Monday May 25 2026: 1/ All external correspondence involving Scottish Ministers relating to the reduction of the number of neonatal intensive care units (NICU) from eight to three as per the Best Start policy 2/ All Internal correspondence involving Scottish Minis...

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

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600518111
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Court Fee Working Group queries: FOI release

Information regarding the Court Fee Working Group which is being established to support a wider review of the court fee structure. The full membership of the Court Fee Working Group, including names, roles, and the organisations represented. The terms of reference or remit governing the Working Group. The date the Wor...

FOI partially withheld 60 score 8 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600510916
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Woodside Viaduct works information: EIR release

The following information on the Woodside Viaduct works: 1. Who did the government go to to do the bridge examinations? 2. Where can people view the previous bridge inspections on said area? 3. How long are the bridge inspections kept for? 4. Why is the government now given a consultation to the public to see if th...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 8 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: EIR/202600510755
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Details of Callander traffic survey: EIR release

A traffic survey was conducted through Callander’s Main Street and Stirling Road in October 2025. Under the Freedom if Information (Scotland) Act 2002, we are requesting: 1. The highest recorded speeds across each surveyed location. 2. The lowest recorded speeds across each surveyed location. 3. Please confirm whet...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 6 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: EIR/202600510641
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Lord Mandelson communications: FOI release

- Communications referring to Peter Mandelson (Lord Mandelson), since 1 February 2025. - Communications with Peter Mandelson (Lord Mandelson), since 1 February 2025.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1)

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: FOI/202600507914
Directorate: Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Planning and Environmental Appeals Division (DPEA) statistics: EIR release

Could you please provide answers to the following questions if that information is available. 1. In the past year, how many appeals were made to Scottish Ministers that challenged the City of Edinburgh Council Enforcement Notice to cease to let in respect of properties for The alleged breach of planning control: witho...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 7 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-22
Reference: EIR/202600519280
Directorate: Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Funds transferred to Dumfries and Galloway Council in regard to flood defence works: EIR release

For the year 2024 to 2026, finance funds transferred or sent to Dumfries and Galloway Council in regard flood defence works/project in Dumfries town/river nith.

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

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600516780
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland - A77 inspection reports for New Smyrton and Ballantrae: EIR release

Inspection reports submitted by Amey for the stretch of road mentioned (between New Smyrton and Ballantrae) from from 22nd February 2026 - March 10th 2026.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 7 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: EIR/202600519776
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Number of incidents involving abuse or near miss collisions in relation to road workers on trunk roads: EIR release

The number of incidents involving abuse, threats, or near‑miss collisions involving roadworkers on trunk roads for each of the last five years. Please include: date location type of incident whether police were notified • any injuries recorded.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 12 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: EIR/202600518285
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment for SP Bill 77 information: FOI Review

Original request 202600510968 all drafts of the Children’s Rights and Wellbeing Impact Assessment for SP Bill 77 the names of any children’s organisations consulted during its preparation where children or young people were directly consulted, a description of the categories or groups consulted, without personal data ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.30 s.36(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600516048 Review of 202600510968
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Storm overflow and waste water documentation: EIR release

In its 2024 report, Environmental Standards Scotland called on the Scottish Government to publish up-to-date, clear and specific guidance about the exceptional circumstances in which it is permissible for storm overflows to spill. In July 2025 the Scottish Government agreed to review this guidance. You asked for a cop...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 10 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: EIR/202600517070
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Candidate nomination integrity at Scottish local government elections information: FOI release

I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 regarding the integrity of the candidate nomination process at Scottish local government elections, specifically in relation to what are commonly described as ""paper candidates,"" and any assessment of or proposals to address the ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings s.85 s.29 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600516377
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Tree Management in selected areas: EIR release

Any recorded information relating to the management of the trees detailed within the attached 2 annotated maps (red highlighted areas with NGR of central point). To include any correspondence between Transport Scotland and any other 3rd parties e.g. Balfour Betty, Contractors, Elected Members, East Renfrewshire Counci...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 9 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600516456
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

People Survey team analysis and reports of People Survey 2025 results: FOI release

ALL analysis of People Survey 2025 results by SG PEOPLE SURVEY team, and ALL reports produced by SG PEOPLE SURVEY team about People Survey 2025 RESULTS

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

Published: 2026-07-21
Reference: FOI/202600502015
Directorate: People Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills