Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,922releases indexed
40,952attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,507partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-11-04newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,507 unclear 7,460 not held 3,292 released 1,599 already published 716 cost limit 637 clarification 377 withheld 251 transferred 83

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5225 s.20 4485 s.34(1) 3789 s.39(2) 3640 s.30 3038 s.17(1) 2981 s.25(1) 2557 s.10(4) 2089 s.11(2) 1639 s.29(1) 1249 s.2 1245 s.3 980

Timeline

2026-11 48 2026-10 227 2026-09 8 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,336 releases · 27.8 avg days Marine Directorate 991 releases · 29.7 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 972 releases · 31.1 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 678 releases · 28.6 avg days People Directorate 667 releases · 25.5 avg days
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2,981 matching releases

Deferred school children: FOI release

1. How many children are deferred into school on average a year (I believe these statistics are available) but need the data for comparison to how many of those children remain in school with their adoptive cohort. I have this information Deferred entry to primary school: statistics - gov.scot (www.gov.scot). 2. Of th...

FOI unclear 55 score 18 working days correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2022-09-07
Reference
FOI/202200311823
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

The ten comparator countries in building a New Scotland: FOI release

On the 14th June 2022 the Scottish Government published the first in a series of papers called ‘Building a New Scotland’. The paper ‘Independence in the Modern World. Wealthier, Happier, Fairer: Why not Scotland?’ is described as setting out ‘a detailed analysis of the UKs performance across a range of economic and soc...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.4 s.5 s.9 s.10 s.11 s.12 s.17(1)
Published
2022-09-05
Reference
FOI/202200311070
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Edinburgh Futures and Chrystal Macmillan buildings: FOI release

1. To request who is overall responsible for ensuring that the site (Edinburgh Futures and Crystal Macmillan building) is not containing evidence of vandalism. 2. To request how many reported incidents of graffiti vandalism have been addressed by Local Authority (asked separate with regards to transparency in Public S...

FOI unclear 55 score 19 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.10 s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-30
Reference
FOI/202200309781
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Applications for legal aid: FOI release

1. The number of applications to the Scottish Ministers to make payment from the legal aid fund in terms of section 4(c) of the Legal Aid (Scotland) Act 1986 2. Any policy documents, manuals, and decision-making documents in respect of applications in terms of that section. 3. Copies of any ministerial submissions or...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 27 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings spending s.4 s.4(2) s.17(1) s.36 s.38(1)
Published
2022-08-30
Reference
FOI/202200308739
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Public sector

The number of incidents of bullying within the Government in the last five years: FOI release

For the number of incidents of bullying within the Scottish Government (SG) for the last 5 years, split between directorates. You also stated that you would be content for the information to be provided using any local survey run by the Scottish Government each year.

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence s.17(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-29
Reference
FOI/202200308354
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Constitutional Futures Division: FOI release

A breakdown of the monthly headcount in the Constitutional Futures Division for each month from July 2020 to July 2022. For each month, please also confirm how many staff were employed in the division at each pay grade level and also what the total wage cost of the division was for each month.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-25
Reference
FOI/202200311928
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Staff attending a workplace ‘trans 101’ course: FOI release

Following the revelation of the "trans 101" workplace training in The Telegraph, could you please state: 1. if any of the clerks for the Equalities, Human Rights and Civil Justice Committee took part in the training course? 2. if any MSPs took part in the training course and who these were of so.

FOI unclear 55 score 19 working days correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-24
Reference
FOI/202200309149
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

S Ewing and Son: FOI release

SME Liquidity Fund Application Assessment SME/LF/023 for S Ewing and Sons Limited dated 26 May 2020 Last audited accounts Cash Flow agreed 27th July Dunn and Bradstreet report

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.17(1) s.38(1) 4 attachments
Published
2022-08-23
Reference
FOI/202200312515
Directorate
Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Trunk Road SOS Phones: FOI release

An up to date list of all the Emergency SOS phones on roads within Scotland, if not can you point me in the direction of where I can obtain this information? The information I require is, Name of road SOS phone unique ID Location (eastings/northings) Ideally I would like this information on an Excel spreadsheet.

FOI not held 70 score 9 working days correspondence s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-17
Reference
FOI/202200314182
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Breakdown of international travel: FOI release

A breakdown of international travel undertaken by Scottish Government officials over the last year showing the number of trips, duration, class of travel, cost and reason for travel.

FOI unclear 80 score 19 working days correspondence spending s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-17
Reference
FOI/202200310142
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Scottish Budget

Renewing Democracy through Independence: FOI release

1) The number of civil servants who worked on the Renewing Democracy through Independence paper from the Scottish Government published today. 2) The number of printed copies of this paper handed out at the launch event on 14 July 2022 and all costs to the Scottish Government associated with this launch event.

FOI unclear 55 score 17 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-16
Reference
FOI/202200311120
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Scottish Police Federation: FOI release

A copy of any disclosable records which relate to the following: Copies of audited accounts for the Scottish Police Federation, with any explanatory notes, statements of opinion, reports, findings, cover letters, etc. covering financial year ending 31/3/2019 to present (these should have been provided to the Scottish ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings spending s.18 s.20 s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.30 s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-15
Reference
foi/202200311270
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic

The process of filling the position of Deputy Director of Human Rights & Mainstreaming: FOI release

Please provide detail on the process of filling the position of Deputy Director of Human Rights & Mainstreaming, including: 1. Whether it was publicly advertised and for how long 2. Any external communications related to the job description and potential candidates 3. Salary for this position 4. Process for assessm...

FOI unclear 55 score 4 working days correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-15
Reference
FOI/202200313235
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector

The breakdown of heating source(s) in particular Scottish Government premises: FOI release

For a breakdown of the heating source(s) in the following Scottish Government premises, for example mains gas, heat pump, etc: Scottish Parliament Building ('Holyrood') Bute House St Andrew's House Victoria Quay Saughton House Atlantic Quay Please also provide a breakdown of the heating costs for the Scottish Governm...

FOI released 75 score 10 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-11
Reference
FOI/202200312969
Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Energy, Public sector

Staff absence within NHS Scotland: FOI release

The number (and as a percentage) of clinical staff currently on sick, with reasons for absence; The number (and as a percentage) of clinical staff currently who are waiting to access Occupational Health Service (or equivalent); The waiting time for a member of clinical staff to meet with Occupational Health Service (o...

FOI not held 45 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200303129
Directorate
Health Workforce Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Parking at hospitals: FOI release

1. The monthly and annual costs to Scottish Government for making parking at Ninewells and Glasgow Royal Hospital free from April 2021, going forward to the purchase of the Hospital PFI car parks in Glasgow and Dundee (announced on the 24 August 2021). 2. The monthly and annual costs to Scottish Government for making ...

FOI unclear 55 score 20 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.6 s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200302753
Directorate
Health and Social Care Finance Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Scottish Budget

Humza Yousaf statement 06/01/2022: FOI Review

Speaking on BBC Radio Scotland’s Good Morning Scotland programme on 6/1/22, Humza Yousaf said: “If you look at the numbers of actual Covid cases, if you remember the [Omicron evidence] paper we published in early December, we’re clearly into the worst-case scenario in terms of levels of infection." All information held...

FOI not held 70 score 47 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.25(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.30 s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200290996 Review of 202200277307
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

South Lanarkshire college investigation: FOI release

Copies of any written assurances provided by the Scottish Funding Councill (SFC) to the Scottish Government that the Regional Strategic Bodies (RSB) are conducting a fair and impartial investigation given, the risks and ramifications of the role of ‘Independent Governance Advisor’ being recommended by the SFC for a Cha...

FOI unclear 55 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200303569
Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

The number of midwives that have left the National Health Service (NHS) within the last 12 months/5 years: FOI release

How many Midwives have resigned/quit/retired/left/terminated their employment with NHS Lothian within the last 12months/5years? Not including bank only staff. Whether reasons are captured at government or local level for their resignations? How many Midwives should be employed in NHS Lothian, versus how many are actual...

FOI not held 45 score 9 working days correspondence contracts s.25(1) s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200306832
Directorate
Digital Health and Care Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Information relating to the former Scottish Government Permanent Secretary Leslie Evans: FOI release

For information relating to Leslie Evans, the former Scottish Government Permanent Secretary: 1. What was the total sum paid to Ms Evans in a one-off lump sum? 2. What is the value of her annual pension award? 3. Please provide details of any other payment made to Ms Evans on termination of her contract.

FOI withheld 55 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers contracts spending s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200303395
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Free bus pass scheme: FOI release

1. Was the free bus pass application system beta tested before it went live and if so could you attach a list of problems that were found? 2. If it was not beta tested, why was it not? 3. What is the current uptake for the free bus pass scheme in each local authority, breakdown of how many have been applied for and h...

FOI unclear 55 score 20 working days correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-10
Reference
FOI/202200303539
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Information on presentational training provided to particular Scottish Government advisers in the last five financial years: FOI release

For confirmation of all media training, voice coaching, public speaking coaching or presentational training provided to the following Scottish Government advisers in each of the last five full financial years, including 2018/19 to today’s date. National Clinical Director The Chief Medical Officer Deputy Chief Medical ...

FOI unclear 55 score 13 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-08
Reference
FOI/202200309581
Directorate
Chief Medical Officer Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Spending on social security: FOI release

In a previous FOI request's https://www.whatdotheyknow.com/request/855756/response/2038218/attach/html/3/Response%20202200295570.pdf.html It's claimed by SNP Governemnt, Scotland financed (despite covid & without borrowing) £8,783bn = Social protection (no breakdown or box number provided) £8,517bn = State pension (bo...

FOI not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2022-08-08
Reference
FOI/202200300238
Directorate
Chief Economist Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Scottish Budget

Non-disclosure agreements, agency staff and complaints procedures: FOI release

Details of total spend by the Scottish Government broken down for the following since 2007: a) Non-disclosure agreements b) Agency staff (Temporary interim workers) c) Complaints procedures (The internal grievance process)

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-08-05
Reference
FOI/202200304405
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Independence referendum and prospectus resources: FOI release

Given the rapidly increasing likely resources now being employed on another independent referendum, please supply me with exact details of that resource and the expected total budget, the Scottish Government is providing for the First Minister's referendum and independence planning, communications and public engagement...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.25(1)
Published
2022-08-02
Reference
FOI/202200308344
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector