Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,640releases indexed
40,478attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,386partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-09-02newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,386 unclear 7,405 not held 3,239 released 1,581 already published 700 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5149 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3727 s.39(2) 3593 s.30 2994 s.17(1) 2922 s.25(1) 2520 s.10(4) 2060 s.11(2) 1619 s.29(1) 1223 s.2 1222 s.3 958

Timeline

2026-09 1 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,312 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 978 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 961 releases · 30.9 avg days Learning Directorate 871 releases · 34.3 avg days Economic Development Directorate 737 releases · 39.7 avg days Constitution Directorate 702 releases · 35.9 avg days Population Health Directorate 665 releases · 28.5 avg days People Directorate 657 releases · 25.6 avg days
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Ferry contract award: EIR release

The following questions Under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA), I would like to request the following information concerning the procurement of vessels 801 and 802: 1. Please explain Transport Scotland’s rationale for seeking Ministerial approval to proceed to contracts on 8 October 2015, despite ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 58 working days over deadline correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2022-06-21
Reference
FOI/202200291206
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Covid Wastewater surveillance: EIR release

Details of the current covid wastewater surveillance service and to see if this has been renewed? As far as I can see the programme ended in March 2022 [Screenshot of an announcement by Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA) showing an announcement made on 22 March 2021 outlining that the wastewater programme to...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2022-06-09
Reference
FOI/202200299506
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Cost of setting up bottle return scheme: EIR release

How much it has cost the Scottish Government (taxpayers) so far to set up this scheme with ZWS and Circulatory Scotland who will be running the scheme for them?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 27 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2022-05-18
Reference
FOI/202200283963
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

A9 Dualling Crubenmore to Kincraig: EIR release

I am writing with a Freedom of Information request in regards to the current felling of timber, path closures and proposed flooding of acres of Dellmore in Kingussie PH21. The information requested is the overall cost of the current activities at Dellmore, Kingussie.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 4 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2022-05-17
Reference
FOI/202200297846
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Local Coastal Partnerships (LCP) funding from Marine Scotland: EIR release

You asked for the amount of Marine Scotland funding for regional marine planning to Local Coastal Partnerships (LCP) over the past five years.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 15 working days correspondence s.20 s.39
Published
2022-05-17
Reference
FOI/202200289941
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route compensation costs: EIR release

With specific reference to whole Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route and all of the land affected by this whole project. 1. The total number of Compulsory Purchase Order claims made to date. 2. Total estimated budget for the CPOs. 3. Number of CPO claims settled to date (whether fully or partially). 4. Total value of the...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.3 s.6 s.7 s.20 s.39(2) s.4
Published
2022-05-16
Reference
FOI/202200286785
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

STPR2 recommendations regarding Gourock to Dunoon bridge: EIR release

In the letter sent from Cabinet Secretary Michael Matheson, he states: “I can confirm that STPR2 has not recommended any further work is progressed on a proposed fixed link across the Firth of Clyde. This was on the basis that the preliminary assessment work had highlighted significant issues in relation to topography ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 35 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.20 s.10(4)
Published
2022-05-16
Reference
FOI/202200286041
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Traffic accidents recorded on the A77 Ayr Road: EIR release

1. How many minor/serious and fatal cycle road traffic accidents have been recorded in the last 5 years on the A77 Ayr Road designated mandatory cycle lane from Whitecraigs to Newton Mearns with its new 30mph Speed Limit? 2. This mandatory cycle lane is a component part of the 2% ‘Protected Cycle lanes’ within East Ren...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 11 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2022-05-09
Reference
FOI/202200290958
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Claims to vehicles damaged by falling debris or ice on the Queensferry Crossing: EIR release

How much money has been paid out in compensation claims to vehicles damaged by falling debris or ice on the Queensferry Crossing in the last year, April 2021-April 2022? How many claims did Transport Scotland receive in this same time frame? What was the nature of these claims?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 10 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2022-05-09
Reference
FOI/202200291319
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Potential for restoring land above A83 Rest and be Thankful: EIR release

Information regarding the potential for restoring the land above the A83 Rest and be Thankful as a potential means of mitigating the impacts of landslide issues in the area. 1. Have there been any studies on restoring the site above the Rest and be thankful with tree coverage from top level and working down? 2. If ther...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 10 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.6(1)
Published
2022-05-04
Reference
FOI/202200288354
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Correspondence regarding Clyde fishing ground closure between 1st October 2021 and 18th January 2022: EIR release

All correspondence between Cabinet Secretary Mairi Gougeon MSP, Minister Mairi McAllan MSP, Minister Lorna Slater MSP and civil servants regarding the Clyde fishing ground closure between 1 October 2021 and 18 January 2022 including, emails, Whatsapp messages and meeting minutes.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 30 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings whatsapp s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) s.6(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-21
Reference
FOI/202200273687
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Impact of creeling removal within Clyde cod spawning closure: EIR release

Can you please supply copies of the assessments you have made as to the relative likelihood of creeling, dredging and trawling on impacting the sites objectives? Can you please supply copies of correspondence and copies of all minutes of meetings internal and external that would assist us in understanding the rational ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 45 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(5) 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-21
Reference
FOI/202200272637
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Clyde fishing ground closure: EIR release

Correspondence with all stakeholders / pressure groups / industry representatives regarding the Clyde fishing ground closure. This can be any Scottish Government Cabinet Secretaries, Ministers or civil servants in the period 1 October 2021 and 18 January 2022 and include emails, Whatsapp messages and meeting minutes.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings whatsapp s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-20
Reference
FOI/202200273744
Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Salmon farm visits by Chief Veterinary Officer since 2017: EIR release

Details of all visits to salmon industry premises since 2017 by Scotland’s Chief Vet Sheila Voas. Which included: Finfish marine cages. Hatcheries. Lumpfish facilities. Wrasse facilities. Salmon industry offices. All gratuities offered by the salmon industry to Mrs Voas. All gratuities received from the salmon industr...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 11 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2022-04-20
Reference
FOI/202200277190
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Correspondence regarding The Sea Fish (Prohibition on Fishing) (Firth of Clyde) Order 2022: EIR release

Correspondence between Cabinet Secretary Mairi Gougeon and the following people regarding The Sea Fish (Prohibition on Fishing) (Firth of Clyde) Order 2022: Committee Clerks Scottish Government Officials Lobby groups MSPs from the Scottish Green Party

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-20
Reference
FOI/202200275727
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Seagreen Wind Energy Limited and unexploded ordnance clearance activities: EIR release

"The written report by Seagreen Wind Energy Limited in respect of unexploded ordnance clearance activities, submitted as part of the licensing requirements. Any background briefing notes, advice and correspondence involving officials, advisers and ministers with regards to Scottish Parliament Written Answer S6W-05332 b...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.11(2) 4 attachments
Published
2022-04-19
Reference
FOI/202200273319
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Financial analysis undertaken regarding ScotWind auction: EIR release

1. Any Net Present Value analysis undertaken by the Scottish Government orreceived by the Scottish Government via Crown Estate Scotland around theScotWind auction. 2. Any other value for money analysis undertaken by the Scottish Government orreceived by the Scottish Government via Crown Estate Scotland around theScotWi...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(5) 4 attachments
Published
2022-04-14
Reference
FOI/202200277291
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Money and tax, Public sector

Communications with Scottish Water regarding funding: EIR release

Please can you share any communications regarding funding exchanged by Scottish Water and the Scottish Government between 1 February 2022 and the current date? Please limit the scope of the request to Scottish Water's price increases.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-07
Reference
FOI/202200284103
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Possible reintroduction of wolves in Scotland: EIR release

Information (including reports, research, proposals, etc.) held by The Scottish Government surrounding any possible reintroduction of wolves in Scotland, by the Scottish Government, other public bodies, or private individuals/organisations, for any and all time periods until present. You also requested that the informa...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-07
Reference
FOI/202200276764
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Farming and rural, Public sector

Provision of A78 electronic traffic signage: EIR release

Information on the provision of electronic traffic signage in front of the Rowantree Restaurant and Garden Centre (KA22 8PG) on the A78 north of Ardrossan. I would be grateful if you can provide me with the assessment of the need for this provision and the total cost involved.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2022-04-04
Reference
FOI/202200284742
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

A702 Culvert Location: EIR release

"Information relating to the location of culverts on the A702 between two Latitude/Longitude points. I am concerned that flooding on the notorious Dolphinton Straight may be a result of the existing culvert configuration being inadequate for the climatic conditions. This was self evident in Oct 2021 when indeed a perio...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2022-03-30
Reference
FOI/202200283095
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Correspondence between Department of Planning and Environmental Appeals (DPEA) and Jackie Baillie MSP: EIR release

“My request is for all correspondence and minutes of discussions between the Department of Planning and Environmental Appeals (DPEA) and Jackie Baillie MSP in relation to DPEA case reference PPA- 160-2034.”

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 13 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-03-29
Reference
FOI/202200276765
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Balnamoon wind turbine planning appeal: EIR release

All documents related to the planning appeal PPA-300-166 to build a wind turbine at Balnamoon crossroads. In particular, we require planning application submissions, planning permission documents and signed copies detailing the discharge of planning consent.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2022-03-29
Reference
FOI/202200277392
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Ministerial correspondence stating 'farming', 'emissions' and 'climate change': EIR release

Correspondence between First Minister Nicola Sturgeon MSP, Cabinet Secretary Mairi Gougeon MSP, Minister Màiri McAllan MSP, Minister Patrick Harvey MSP, Minister Lorna Slater MSP regarding ‘farming’, ‘emissions’ and ‘climate change’ between 1 May 2021 and 22 December 2021. Correspondence can include emails, WhatsApp me...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 40 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings whatsapp s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2022-03-29
Reference
FOI/202100267740
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Farming and rural, Public sector

Communications regarding disposal of Scottish Water owned subsidiary Business Stream: EIR release

1. All internal communications since the start of 2018 relating to the consideration of the disposal of the Scottish Water owned subsidiary Business Stream. 2. Confirmation that the disposal of Business Stream has featured in discussion between the Scottish Government and staff at the Water Industry Commission. 3. All ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 30 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2022-03-29
Reference
FOI/202200272092
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Business, industry and innovation, Environment and climate change, Public sector