Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

21,877releases indexed
39,512attachments found
29.7avg calendar days
8,123partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-07-07newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,123 unclear 7,200 not held 3,071 released 1,537 already published 672 cost limit 607 clarification 349 withheld 241 transferred 77

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 4941 s.20 4283 s.34(1) 3599 s.39(2) 3484 s.30 2885 s.17(1) 2775 s.25(1) 2383 s.10(4) 1990 s.11(2) 1573 s.29(1) 1176 s.2 1159 s.3 909

Timeline

2026-07 13 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,279 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 967 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 924 releases · 31.0 avg days Learning Directorate 861 releases · 34.4 avg days Economic Development Directorate 730 releases · 39.9 avg days Constitution Directorate 685 releases · 36.1 avg days Population Health Directorate 645 releases · 28.7 avg days People Directorate 633 releases · 25.8 avg days
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Transport Scotland consultancy contracts: FOI release

1. The number of transport consultancy contracts that you have with supplier organisations and who they are with. 2. The nature of each contract, whether it is a single supplier, multiple supplier, framework or DPS, or if a contract does not exist, the purchasing process for such an ad hoc arrangement 3. The scope of...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts spending s.17(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Labour productivity for quarter 3 statistics publication: FOI release

Requested information for correspondence (emails, Yammer messages, typed or handwritten notes, letters, phone calls, minutes of meetings or otherwise) between SG ministers or special advisers and civil servants regarding the Labour Productivity for Quarter 3 stat publication prior to its public release.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.30 4 attachments
Published
2018-04-16
Reference
Directorate
Chief Economist Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Marine licence reference 05636-15-0: EIR release

Information requested in relation to marine licence reference 05636/15/0. You asked: "…what was provided to support the application in terms of supporting reports, documents etc."

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.11(2) 74 attachments
Published
2018-04-16
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Perth and Kinross Council planning application 16-02156-AMM: EIR release

I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act. In order to assist you with this request, I am outlining my query as specifically as possible. I would like to request copies of all emails and other correspondence between Transport Scotland and the Scottish Government relating to Pe...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-16
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Communications with Religious Orders: FOI release

1. 'All correspondence to and from the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills between May 2016 and February 2018 to and from The Church of Scotland, Scottish Bishops' Conference, Diocese of Aberdeen (Bishop of Aberdeen), Diocese of Argyll and the Isles (Bishop of Argyll and the Isles), Diocese of Dunkeld (Bishop of...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings s.38(1) s.36(1) s.30 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-13
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Habitats Regulation Assessment: EIR release

Full copies of the following documentation: a. The Habitats Regulation Assessment (HRA) (Issue: Proposed use of UW High Explosives - Atlantic Salmon - River Dee SAC) b. The Appropriate Assessment (AA) (Issue: Proposed use of UW High Explosives - Atlantic Salmon - River Dee SAC) c. Comments and advice issued by SNH o...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-12
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

National Loan and Less Favoured Area Support Schemes: FOI release

1. Any correspondence between Fergus Ewing and Scottish Government officials outlining a national loan scheme in advance of the Less Favoured Area Support Scheme 2017 (LFASS). 2. Any correspondence between Fergus Ewing and Scottish Government officials on the announcement at the NFU Scotland AGM in Glasgow of a nation...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers spending s.4 s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) 14 attachments
Published
2018-04-12
Reference
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Proposed Hunterston oil rig and other developments: EIR release

Can you please tell me how to access the MS planning and licensing documents in connection with proposed Hunterston oil rig and other developments. I am aware of the planning documents lodged with local authority but would like to know if MS has any other material relating to this and future planning proposals for the ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) 12 attachments
Published
2018-04-11
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Communications with Scottish Police Authority Board: FOI release

All correspondence, and details of meetings or phone calls between members of the Scottish Police Authority Board, any of: a) the Cabinet Secretary for Justice b) the Justice Minister c) the Law Officers including minutes of any meetings, since 1 January 2017.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings s.30 s.27(1) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-11
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

A77 road maintenance at Maybole South Ayrshire: EIR release

I request information under the Freedom of Information Act relating to a road your authority is responsible for maintaining. Specifically, my query relates to the A77 just outside the town of Maybole, South Ayrshire as per highlighted section below. Please can you send me the following information: 1. A copy of your...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-11
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Implementation of Low Emission Zone: EIR release

1. Information sent to local authorities, namely, Glasgow City Council, Edinburgh City Council, Dundee City Council and Aberdeen City Council regarding the implementation of Low Emission Zone, 2. An outline to councils detailing the funding allocation to implement these zones, 3. Email correspondence between Transpor...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-10
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector, Transport

Repair log Junction 6 M77 to A77: EIR release

A request for copies of the following: Reports of the inspection history, Safety inspection, Safety patrols, Identified defects and subsequent repairs Repairs To Jct 6 Galston slip off from M77 to A77. The period in question is from 19/01/18 to 01/02/18. To which you clarified the timeframe of your request as; Extend...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2018-04-10
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

A review of undercover policing in Scotland: FOI release

You asked for information regarding a potential inquiry into undercover policing in Scotland and the Scottish Government's decision not to order an independent Scottish inquiry for the period from 17/01/17 to the present day.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.25(1) 4 attachments
Published
2018-04-10
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Communities and third sector, Public sector

Proposed Dundee Local Development Plan 2: EIR release

All of the information submitted to the Scottish Government by Dundee City Council relating to the proposed Dundee Local Development Plan 2.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 8 attachments
Published
2018-04-09
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

A76 road between Auchinleck and Mauchline: EIR release

'I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act relating to the A76 road between Auchinleck and Mauchline; A copy of your current road maintenance policy relating to that road. Please send me the full policy, but this should include details of the intended frequency of road safety inspections...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 s.5 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-09
Reference
Directorate
Topic

M8 near Tannochside, road report and maintenance: EIR release

A copy of the road report for the M8 near Charing Cross for the date range of 24 to 26 February 2018. A copy of the road maintenance policy which outlines the timeframe of when potholes should be fixed.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-06
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Capital expenditure budget for A77: EIR release

The following information with regard to Transport Scotland for the last 10 years i.e. from 01/03/2008 to date. 1. A detailed breakdown of the Capital Expenditure budget for each year, for the A77 from Whittlets roundabout to Stranraer. 2. The percentage of the total capital budget for every Road Project in Scotland.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1)
Published
2018-04-06
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Tree felling on A85 East of Gilmerton: EIR release

In relation to a tree felling operation which had taken place in conjunction with Transport Scotland on 27 January 2018 on A85 east of Gilmerton.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-06
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Development of a soft drinks deposit return scheme: EIR release

Correspondence relating to the development of a soft drinks deposit return scheme from October 2016 to September 2017 between the Scottish government and the following companies and organisations: The British Soft Drinks Association The Association of Convenience Stores Incpen The British Retail Consortium The Foodser...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-06
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Scotland's colleges, 'Delivering for all' policy paper: FOI release

All correspondence between Scottish Government officials or external parties regarding the 'Scotland's colleges: delivering for all' policy paper published 19 January 2018.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers contracts s.38(1) s.33(1) s.30 4 attachments
Published
2018-04-06
Reference
Directorate
Topic

Prosecutions for fly-tipping offences broken down by council: EIR release

Can you please tell me how many prosecutions and convictions have been made for fly-tipping offences in the past 15 years for all local council areas in Scotland? Can you please specify the month and year of prosecutions and convictions? Can you provide details of convictions in terms of age of person, whether it was a...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-05
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

A85 east of River Orchy bridge: EIR release

I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act relating to a road your authority is responsible for maintaining. Specifically, my query relates to the A85 east of the bridge over the River Orchy/ proximate to Kilchurn Castel car park turn off. Please can you send me: 1. A copy of your curren...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-05
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Road maintenance costs and improvement projects: EIR release

Current annual level of expenditure for both roads maintenance and road improvement projects within Scotland.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence contracts spending s.10(5) s.10(4)
Published
2018-04-05
Reference
Directorate
Topic

Short term letting of property in Scotland: EIR release

1. Does the Planning and Environmental Appeals Division consider recent case law on the unlawfulness of AirBnB-style short-term letting (even when restricted to 90 days) in shared/flatted properties, when considering neighbour amenity in relation to planning appeals on SSCVAs? 2. If so, can you provide details of the ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.25 s.25(1)
Published
2018-04-04
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Business, industry and innovation, Public sector

Extension to Glasgow Queen Street Station : EIR release

1. Email correspondence between Transport Scotland and Network Rail relating to the review of the new Queen Street station extension 2. Email correspondence between Transport Scotland and Scottish Ministers relating to the review of the new Queen Street station extension 3. Documentation outlining reasons for review ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10 s.11 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport