Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

21,864releases indexed
39,478attachments found
29.7avg calendar days
8,113partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-06-12newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,113 unclear 7,200 not held 3,069 released 1,537 already published 671 cost limit 607 clarification 349 withheld 241 transferred 77

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 4931 s.20 4280 s.34(1) 3589 s.39(2) 3481 s.30 2878 s.17(1) 2774 s.25(1) 2381 s.10(4) 1987 s.11(2) 1571 s.29(1) 1175 s.2 1158 s.3 908

Timeline

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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 923 releases · 31.0 avg days Learning Directorate 861 releases · 34.4 avg days Economic Development Directorate 729 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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Expenditure on road repairs 2013 to 2018: EIR release

1. What is the total amount spent by trunk road operators on road repairs in each of the last five years, broken down by year? 2. What is the total number of potholes which have been filled by trunk road operators in each of the last five years, broken down by year? 3. What is the current backlog of road repairs need...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts spending s.5 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.2 s.3 s.6(1) s.12
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

BEAR Scotland compensation claims: EIR release

The number of compensation claims made to BEAR by motorists whose vehicles have allegedly been damaged by potholes on trunk roads. The number of claims BEAR has paid out and the total amount from 1 March 2017 to 1 March 2018. As the information you have requested is 'environmental information' for the purposes of the ...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.12
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Pot-hole damage claims for 2013 to 2017: EIR release

The total number and total value of pot-hole damage claims on the following roads: A1, A68, A6091/A7, A76, A78, A701, A702, A725, A726, A737, A82, A83, A84, A85, A86, A87, A828, A830, A835, A876, A887, A889, A898, A9, A90, A92, A972, A95, A96, A977, A985, A99. The total number of unsuccessful pot-hole damage claims: ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.12 2 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Data collection system for seals killed by salmon farms:EIR release

Information on the electronic data collection system for seals killed by salmon farms since 1 January 2017, including copies of electronic data submissions from salmon farming companies and emails, correspondence and other information detailing the electronic data collection system.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) 10 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Correspondence regarding chemical usage in salmon farming: EIR release

Information requested on the use of chemicals via well boats including the 'Clean Treat' system since 1 January 2017. Please include data on the use of Azamethiphos, Deltamethrin, Hydrogen Peroxide and any other chemicals used via well boats. Please include correspondence with salmon farming and chemical companies (inc...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic

Potential train station Auchenback Barrhead South Glasgow: EIR release

You asked for all material held regarding any discussions around the potential building of a new train station at the Auchenback/Barrhead South site and any new train stations in Barrhead (this should include internal communications, external communications, briefing/proposal documents, minutes of meetings and any othe...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2018-05-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Street Lighting LED Lanterns: EIR review

Information on Scotland Transerv and how they are procuring their Street Lighting LED Lanterns.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.10(5) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2018-05-03
Reference
Directorate
Topic

Appointment letters of planning appeal reporters: EIR release

1. "True copies" of the appointment letter of Planning Appeal Reporters, and in particular that of Mr Scott Ferrier. For the avoidance of doubt, I require "true copies" of all letters of appointment for current Planning Appeal Reporters; 2. Confirmation of the Scottish Administration's aspirations on Onshore Wind Turb...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10 s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2018-05-01
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Public sector

Stonehaven Flood Protection Scheme: Submission by Aberdeenshire Council: EIR release

1. We would therefore be grateful if you would provide us with copies of the documentation submitted to you by Aberdeenshire Council, so that we can ensure that our objections were duly considered by Scottish Ministers as required by the Act. 2. Please provide us with a copy of the methodology/evaluation criteria you ...

FOI/EIR withheld 80 score correspondence ministers briefings s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.2 s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2018-05-01
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Revised Elgin dualling proposals: EIR release

On 28th of February, during a local presentation of the revised Elgin dualing proposals, I asked SWECO consultants, who are your agents, to explain their changes to the northern and southern routes. For over an hour I tried to elicit concise answers with little success. I assume, as I never received straight answers, t...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland data on Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route: EIR release

How many accidents related to the construction of the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route have been reported to Transport Scotland? Please provide a list of incident. How many of these accidents reported to Transport Scotland have resulted in injury or death? Please provide a list of incidents. As reported to Transport...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.16 s.10(5)
Published
2018-04-26
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Planning applications for wind farms and wind turbines: EIR release

1. Details, and 'true copies' of the exact criteria used by Scottish Ministers and their representatives (Reporters) when making a determination on planning applications for wind farms and wind turbines. For the avoidance of doubt, this includes the exact legislation and guidance used in making such a determination. 2...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers s.25 s.20 s.19 s.57 s.6(1) s.29 s.6 s.10(4)
Published
2018-04-23
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Number and locations of fish counters: EIR release

How many fish counters are there in Scotland, in 2018? How many were there in each year between 2007 and 2017? Documentation from Marine Scotland outlining a plan for the expansion or reduction of the number of fish counters?

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 4 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

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

Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route: EIR release

1. The volume of fuel, broken down into both petrol and diesel, has gone missing from AWPR sites since the start of the project. 2. The total estimated cost of the missing fuel, broken down into petrol and diesel during the same time frame? 3. Are there any security measures to prevent people stealing fuel from the A...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.4 s.5
Published
2018-04-12
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

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

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

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

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

Installation and maintenance cost of A9 safety cameras: EIR release

I am writing to request information regarding the introduction of the Average Speed Cameras on the A9. I would like details of the exact cost of installation and maintenance,how much revenue has been made from Speeding fines since installation and what are the Statutory regulations for Average Speed camera signage. Can...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-03-29
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Budget allocated to A77 South of Ayrshire: EIR release

'It is noted that Scotland TranServ are currently proposing to undertaken remedial works on the A77 as a result of the recent weather conditions. We are pleased that works will be undertaken at Kirkoswald; between Girvan and Stranraer; and north of Kirkoswald. It may be the view of some that this level of deterioratio...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2018-03-29
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Local Authority Planning Appeals: EIR release

1. Any correspondence since 2012 between the DPEA and Government Ministers or between the DPEA and the Planning and Architecture Division referring to the subject of 'effective five-year housing land requirement'. 2. The source of, and documented details of a standardised calculation methodology which must be used by ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.9 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.12 6 attachments
Published
2018-03-28
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Public sector

Acoustic Deterrent Devices, predator control and salmon farms: EIR release

Information on ADDs (Acoustic Deterrent Devices), predator control and salmon farms since 3 May 2017, including an updated version of the spreadsheet of 2 June 2017, and any correspondence with SNH, salmon farming companies, SMRU, St Andrews University, RSPCA, RSPCA Assured, Freedom Food, supermarkets and any other per...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-03-28
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector