Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

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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22,874 matching releases

Ministers visiting each Scottish Parliament constituency 2011-present: FOI release

Details of how many times every Minister, including the First Minister and the Deputy First Minister, visited each Scottish Parliamentary constituency in the last Parliament (2011-2016) and for this Parliament (2016-present). Please include: 1) The date of the visit 2) The name of the Minister on each occasion 3) T...

FOI released 95 score correspondence ministers 2 attachments
Published
2017-08-04
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Marketing contacts and anyone who used APS: FOI release

(1) Could I please ask for the contact details of all the collaborative partners, (2) specifically the marketing contacts who work with design agencies and (3) the contact details of anyone who have used APS?

FOI not held 45 score correspondence spending s.17(1) s.25(1)
Published
2017-08-04
Reference
Directorate
Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Suppliers invoices for Local Government and Communities Directorate: FOI release

Please provide the following information regarding suppliers invoices paid by the Scottish Government's Local Government and Communities Directorate in the period from 1st April 2016 to 31st March 2017: a. Total number of invoices paid b. Total value of invoices paid c. Number of invoices paid within 10 working days...

FOI unclear 50 score correspondence spending
Published
2017-08-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Asbestos-related diseases and asbestos removal: FOI release

1. What was the cost to remove "ASBESTOS from BUTE HOUSE" 2. How many SCHOOLS may contain ASBESTOS 3. What and is there ASBESTOS IN All PUBLIC BUILDINGS (town halls , community centres, libraries, swimming baths , also any other types of PUBLIC BUILDINGS ETC.AND HAVE THEY BEEN CHECKED 4. What is the total "COSTS to ...

FOI not held 45 score correspondence ministers spending s.17(1) s.20 s.5
Published
2017-08-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Email addresses and telephone numbers for educational establishments: FOI release

Information on all preferred contact email addresses and telephone numbers for all pre-schools, schools, PRU, Exclusion Units, colleges, sixth-form centres, and any other similar educational establishment within Scotland.

FOI not held 45 score correspondence s.17 s.25(1)
Published
2017-08-04
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Cat's eye road markings on M8 Motorway: FOI release

"I was driving recently on the M8 Motorway on the section to the east of the newly constructed section when I was concerned that the cat's eyes do not appear to be working properly. Please let me know: Do the cat's eye road markings on this stretch of road comply with all relevant regulations? Frequency of inspection...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Roadworks on southbound carriageway of M74, February 2016: FOI release

"I write to request information on the layout of the roadworks on the southbound carriageway of the M74 on 4th February 2016 from Junction 5 to Junction 7 southbound. Please forward any maps, site plans or other information held. Please advise of any speed restrictions in place there. I also request information held s...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

M8, M73 and M74 Motorway Improvements Project: FOI release

1. Was lighting along the entire stretch of M74 which was previously lit included in the original improvement plan? 2. If lighting was not planned why was this the case? 3. If the length of carriageway to be lit after the improvements was reduced from that originally planned A why was this decision taken, B when was ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.4 s.6 s.9
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Camera footage of M74 on 4 February 2017: FOI release

"I write to request information on the layout of the road works on the southbound carriageway of the M74 on the 4th February 2016. Please forward any maps, site plans or other information held. I understand average speed cameras along the section of the M74 north of junction 7 on the southbound carriageway. I therefor...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Funding provided to tackle homelessness in Glasgow: FOI release

What third sector organisations the Scottish Government has provided funding to in Glasgow to tackle homelessness since 2007. A breakdown, by each year since 2007, of the funding provided to third sector organisations in Glasgow to tackle homelessness.

FOI unclear 50 score correspondence
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Communities and third sector, Housing, Public sector

Number of FOI requests made by BBC: FOI release

The number of FOI requests made by the BBC each year since the SNP first came to power.

FOI unclear 55 score correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Road repairs on M73 towards M74 February 2017: FOI release

"I would like to request Freedom of Information for the dates of 02/02/0217 to 23/02/2017 involving the section of motorway after junction 2 south on the M73 towards the M74 of all road repairs to that section of motorway. I would also like to request all complaint that have been made on or about this section of motorw...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2017-08-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

European Agricultural Accounts Audit 2016: FOI release

A full, unabridged copy of the most recent European Agricultural Accounts Audit.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence spending s.38(1) 4 attachments
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Poll carried out by YouGov in Jan/Feb 2017: FOI release

All information (full findings, data tables) from the poll carried out by YouGov on behalf of the Scottish Government between 30th January and 2nd February 2017, which elicited details included in a press release sent out by Consolidated PR on 3 July 2017; The cost of the poll.

FOI released 95 score correspondence spending 4 attachments
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Rental Income Guarantee Scheme, Build-to-Rent Programme: FOI release

Information about the Scottish Government's Rental Income Guarantee Scheme (RIGS) and in particular the Build-to-Rent Programme that relates to: 1. The origins of this policy intervention2. The basis upon which the £15 million contingent liability figure was chosen3. The role of the Scottish Futures Trust in the Schem...

FOI unclear 55 score correspondence ministers s.2
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Advertising spend 2013-2017: FOI release

1. The amount that the Scottish Government has spent on online/digital advertising in each of the last five financial years. 2. What steps has the Scottish Government taken to ensure that Scottish Government advertising content is not placed next to extremist political material e.g. on YouTube. 3. Does the Scottish G...

FOI unclear 55 score correspondence spending s.2 s.3
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Funding received by Glasgow Rangers and Glasgow Celtic: FOI release

How much public money had been received by Glasgow Rangers and Glasgow Celtic in each of the last three years; and What communications has there been between the Scottish Government and the clubs regarding the Offensive Behaviour Act since it was introduced in 2012.

FOI unclear 75 score correspondence spending 4 attachments
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Population Health Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Underspend on fuel poverty budget line 2016-2017: FOI release

"The underspend on the fuel poverty budget line for 2016-17. On the 22nd June, in a Ministerial Statement, on the Provisional Outturn 2016-17, the Cabinet Secretary for Finance and the Constitution (Derek Mackay) reported a £191 million underspend, of which £85 million was from the Communities Budget. On questioning fr...

FOI unclear 50 score correspondence ministers meetings spending
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

False allegations of rape or sexual assault: FOI release

Reports or other documents concerning or referring to false allegations of rape or sexual assault, and any statistics concerning false allegations of rape or sexual assault.

FOI released 75 score correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2017-08-02
Reference
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Funding for kinship care projects and services 2013-2017: FOI release

A list of all recipients of funding from the Department of Children and Young People for the provision of projects or services relating to kinship care between 1st April 2013 and the present date, including the recipient, the amount funded, and the remit of the project. This should include but not be limited to: CHILDR...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence meetings contracts s.33 4 attachments
Published
2017-08-01
Reference
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Ministerial correspondence in relation to 2020Vision Advisory Board: FOI appeal

The written comments and feedback of Charles Hammond on productivity initiatives within NHS Scotland which he wrote in 2014. And all correspondence to and from him with regard to the Cabinet Secretary's 2020 Vision Advisory Board.

FOI partially withheld 85 score correspondence ministers meetings 14 attachments
Published
2017-08-01
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence between Scottish Government and Atos Healthcare: FOI release

Correspondence the Social Security Directorate (including ministers and/or officials) has received from 'Atos Healthcare' since 27 March 2017.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers s.38(1) 4 attachments
Published
2017-08-01
Reference
Directorate
Social Security Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence related to Child abuse inquiry: FOI release

Information contained in correspondence, meetings, communications and discussions in relation to and including information which has been communicated with core participants and those with leave to appear between organisations and their legal representatives and the Scottish Government in relation to the Child abuse in...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings s.30 s.37(1) s.38(1) s.25(1) s.37 2 attachments
Published
2017-08-01
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Children and families, Law and order, Public sector

Surveys following SEPA Report - Loch Ryan: FOI release

You requested information regarding "... surveys every 3 years and are doing one this year and I would be very grateful if you could send us the results from when you started – following the SEPA Report of 16.06.00, which I have. I would be very interested to hear where you might be sampling this year and if you are st...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) 4 attachments
Published
2017-07-31
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector