Scottish Government FOI Index

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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4,485 matching releases

Total cost of resurfacing works on M90: EIR release

Further to your previous request (ref 202100172354) you asked for the exact, or estimated, cost of the road re-surfacing works which had been carried out on the M90 Perth to Inverkeithing motorway over the last year.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 12 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2021-04-27
Reference: FOI/202100187886
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Correspondence relating to the Fireworks (Scotland) Amendment Regulations 2021: FOI release

The Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment states that the Scottish Government consulted with various stake holders in respect of this instrument. In light of the industry and public interest in this matter, we would request the following:- 1. Copies of correspondence (written and email) regarding this proposed legi...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence s.38(1) s.17(1) s.20 s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-27
Reference: FOI/202100163098
Directorate: Safer Communities Directorate
Topic: Public safety and emergencies, Public sector

COVID-19 closure of gyms: FOI release

a) What advice, analysis and information did the Scottish Government take into account in order to reach the decision to close gyms in Scotland under coronavirus legislation? Please include equality impact assessments and any additional materials in which the impact on women, carers, economically disadvantaged communit...

FOI unclear 55 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.20

Published: 2021-04-20
Reference: FOI/202100162498
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Breakdown of accidents on A90 from January 2017: EIR release

Details of the number of fatalities and accidents on the A90 Perth to Dundee road over the last three years, including a breakdown of where these took place and when? Can you also please provide details of when the last safety road audit of the A90 Perth to Dundee road was carried out by the Scottish Government? You al...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 7 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-20
Reference: FOI/202100172252
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland roads which are illuminated at night: EIR release

I would like to have a complete list of all sections of roads your organisation manages that is permanently illuminated at night.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments

Published: 2021-04-20
Reference: FOI/202100153894
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Breakdown of accidents occurred at A9 Tain: EIR release

How many accidents have occurred in the last five years on the A9 at all junctions for Tain. These are junctions: B9174 at both junctions, Moss Road, Craighill Terrace and Cameron Road.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 5 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-19
Reference: FOI/202100173450
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

United states of America Marine Mammal Protection Act Import Provisions communication: EIR release

Please assist me by identifying and supplying electronic copies of any such comparability finding request in draft or final form, or which has been sent to the US authorities by the UK or Scottish Governments. Please also assist me by identifying and supplying electronic copies of correspondence between Scottish Govern...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10 4 attachments

Published: 2021-04-19
Reference: FOI/202100152459
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Communications between Coul Links and the Chief Reporter: EIR release

All emails about Coul Links to and from Paul Cackette (Chief Reporter) between 1st January 2018 and 31st December 2020.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 15 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-15
Reference: FOI/202100154266
Directorate: Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic: Public sector

Entangled gannets in top nets at salmon farms: EIR release

Any material held regarding reports of recent incidents in which gannets have become entangled and killed in top nets at salmon farms on the west coast.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-15
Reference: FOI/202100149905
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Highway Inspection Records, defect notices and complaints 2018-2020: EIR release

Copies of the Highway Inspection Records together with all opening/closing notices, defect notices and records of complaints for 2 years prior to 25/08/2020" in relation to the A701 between Amisfield and Beatock. In particular the stretch of the A701 by Amisfield, around Easting 305965, Northing 591960.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments

Published: 2021-04-15
Reference: FOI/202100165196
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Speed limit and activated halt signals at Springholm: EIR release

1. We wish to know the intended duration of the trial of the experimental speed activated traffic halt signals on main street Springholm and if a trial conclusion date has been set. 2. We wish to know the methodology by which it is proposed to evaluate the success of the these experimental speed activated traffic halt ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.3 s.5 s.7 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-12
Reference: FOI/202100161024
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

COVID-19 European Convention on Human Rights compliance regarding visiting places of worship: FOI release

1. Under Article 9 of the European Convention on Human Rights governments of religious practice may only be subject to limitations "as are prescribed by law and are necessary in a democratic society in the interests of public safety, for the protection of public order, health or morals, or for the protection of the rig...

FOI not held 70 score 28 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.25(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.36(1) s.17(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2021-04-12
Reference: FOI/202100141123
Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

Local authority breakdown of flood and coastal funding schemes: EIR release

1. How much govt funding has been provided to local authorities for construction of flood and coastal protection schemes in Scotland in the last 3-5 year? 2. How much funding is due to be provided to local authorities for construction of flood and coastal protection schemes in the next 3-5 years? 3. When local authorit...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-09
Reference: FOI/202100137848
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Money and tax, Public sector

European Protected Species (EPS) licence application received: EIR release

Please now provide copies of all the licence applications received from fish farmers for EPS licences between October 2020 and March 2021, including any as they existed immediately prior to being withdrawn.

FOI/EIR already published 55 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1)

Published: 2021-04-09
Reference: FOI/202100179716
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Details of dualling programmes for A9 and A96 roads: EIR release

1) Copies of all correspondence from January and February 2021, sent to or from the Cabinet Secretary for Transport, Infrastructure and Connectivity, in which there is discussion of the timetable and funding arrangements for the dualling programmes for the A9 and A96 roads.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39 s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-07
Reference: FOI/202100157108
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Planning application for windfarm development: EIR release

1. How many planning applications for large-scale windfarm developments (over 50MW) has the Scottish Government received in the past five years, and what has been the outcome of each decision. 2. How many planning appeals has the Scottish Government received in relation to windfarm developments following a rejected dec...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments

Published: 2021-04-07
Reference: FOI/202100133800
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Atlantic salmon ova import data since July 2020: EIR release

Ova import data since the last imports detailed in information disclosed via FOI 20200058422 – a previous request for information relating to imports of Atlantic salmon ova.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-07
Reference: FOI/202100158979
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Changes to Planning and Environmental Appeals Division (DPEA) casework portal: EIR release

1. "DPEA... have now integrated their case management system with Planning and Architecture Division (PAD)". Please provide (a) the date of this change and (b) information about any publicity given to the change at any stage. 2. "The DPEA is responsible for the administration of over 20 different types of casework." Pl...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.4 s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments

Published: 2021-04-06
Reference: FOI/202100132932
Directorate: Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Briefings prepared relating to Northern Ireland Protocol: FOI release

From 1 November 2020 to present: Copies of all briefings prepared by civil servants on the Northern Ireland Protocol.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.38(1) s.29 s.28 s.20 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-06
Reference: FOI/202100132048
Directorate
Topic: Brexit, Public sector

Planning permission River and East of Woodilee Road Lenzie: EIR release

All Information in respect of the response provided, on Subject: TP/ED/20/0904 Application for Planning Permission (including changes of use and surface mineral working) Site South Of River and East Of Woodilee Road Lenzie East Dunbartonshire.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 10 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.6 s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-04-01
Reference: FOI/202100167827
Directorate
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Breakdown of spend on carbon credits annually: EIR release

1. Any figures on how much public money is spent on carbon credits each year. I have checked your website and couldn't find any information on this. 2. I have also checked the UK Land Carbon Registry and although Forestry and Land Scotland is listed as an account holder, there is no information about the projects they ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence contracts spending s.2 s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2021-03-31
Reference: FOI/202100159516
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Money and tax, Public sector

Emails pertaining to road works and road closures of the A82: EIR release

Information sent by email, pertaining to the road works and road closure of the weekend 13th and 14th March on the A82 Stirling Road (Dumbarton) / Junction with Glasgow Road (also commonly known as the Milton Junction to local people. The A82 (Stirling Road) from Dumbarton to Milton was reduced to a single lane and Gl...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 5 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2021-03-31
Reference: FOI/202100175000
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Development information regarding former Cockenzie power station site: EIR release

Recorded information held by your organisation that relates to the development of the former Cockenzie power station site with regard to early proposals from the organisations named in this news report: https://www.eastlothiancourier.com/news/18881072.green-energy-project-proposed-former-cockenzie-power-station-site/ T...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 42 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-31
Reference: FOI/202000113641
Directorate
Topic: Building, planning and design, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Correspondence relating to decision of Garden District application: EIR release

Explanation for the reasoning behind the decision on the Garden District application and also for a copy of all correspondence between the Planning and Architecture Division, the appellant and DPEA relating to the determination of the called in application.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100152322
Directorate
Topic: Building, planning and design, Public sector

Chargeplace Scotland charge point malfunction statistics: EIR release

How many days were lost in 2020 as a result of ChargePlace Scotland charge points malfunctioning in the local authority area covered by Shetland Islands Council?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 11 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100155950
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport