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

2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263

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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Various questions concerning the Citizens’ Assembly: FOI release

Provide the following information (all information provided in this section must be pre-existing at the date of this request): 1. A copy of any / all documentation required to be signed by the citizens. 2. All instructions and guidance provided to Mark Diffley or his company regarding the selection of citizens. 3. All ...

FOI not held 70 score 17 working days correspondence ministers meetings contracts s.2 s.3 s.4 s.1 s.17(1) s.6 s.25(1) 4 attachments
Published
2019-11-26
Reference
FOI/201900005919
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector

National qualifications results day meeting - briefings, minutes, correspondence: FOI release

In your request you asked for:- Please release the following material in relation to the meeting on 1 /8/19 referred to in the attached screenshot (which has come from a Scottish Government FOi response). Briefings provided to staff in advance of the meeting Minutes (if no minutes have been taken please make this cle...

FOI not held 70 score 8 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1) s.38(1) s.25 s.38 s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-22
Reference
FOI/201900004090
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

2019 Higher and National 5 results breakdown and correspondence: FOI release

In your request you asked for:- Any briefings, analysis, breakdowns etc regarding the 2019 Higher and National 5 results created by or provided to the Scottish Government All internal communications involving Learning Directorate staff, ministers or special advisers regarding the 2019 exam results Any communication be...

FOI cost limit 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings spending s.12 s.25(1) s.29(1) s.38(1) s.25 s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-21
Reference
FOI/201900003157
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

2019 Higher and National 5 results breakdown and correspondence: FOI review

I have now completed my review of our response to your request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA) for: Any briefings, analysis, breakdowns etc regarding the 2019 Higher and National 5 results created by or provided to the Scottish Government All internal communications involving Learning Dire...

FOI already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.12(1) s.25(1) s.38(1) s.29(1) 14 attachments
Published
2019-11-21
Reference
FOI/201900004088
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic

Supporting transgender pupils in schools - correspondence and guidance: FOI release

All information relating to Scottish Government’s guidance on supporting transgender pupils in schools and correspondence with LGBT Youth Scotland that relates to their transgender guidance for schools.

FOI already published 80 score 3 working days correspondence ministers s.25(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.36(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 4 attachments
Published
2019-11-15
Reference
FOI/201900005131
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Equality and rights, Public sector

Marine Scotland (MS) rights under Fisheries Act documentation: FOI release

all information and documentation pertaining to your [Marine Scotland’s] rights under the Fisheries Act (this refers to the Salmon and Freshwater Fisheries (Consolidation) (Scotland) Act 2003); a copy of all correspondence between you [Marine Scotland] and the Cabinet Secretary relating to access at Gualin; and details...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 4 attachments
Published
2019-11-01
Reference
FOI/19/02312
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Data concerning international flights taken by Minister for ECCLR: FOI release

In that request you indicated that you sought, for the Minister for Environment, Climate Change and Land Reform, details of international flights taken since May 2016, to include a breakdown detailing destination, reason for the trip, duration and, if known, the associated emissions.

FOI unclear 55 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1)
Published
2019-10-30
Reference
FOI/19/02244
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector, Transport

Changing the law on abortion since legislation was devolved and improving access correspondence: FOI release

You asked for: All correspondence, minutes and emails in relation to changing the law on abortion since legislation was devolved on 23 May 2016. All correspondence, minutes and emails in relation to improving access to abortion services for adolescents and young women since 23 May 2016. On 16 September, you clarified...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-10-18
Reference
FOI/19/02106
Directorate
Population Health Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Carbon emission levy funds breakdown: FOI release

In each of the past five years, how many ministerial journeys were undertaken by (a) planes and (b) cars. In each of the past five years, how many miles were travelled on ministerial journeys using (a) planes and (b) cars. In each of the past five years, how much was collected from the carbon emissions levy on minister...

FOI not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence ministers spending s.25(1) s.17(1)
Published
2019-10-15
Reference
FOI/201900004245
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Flight destinations FM’s husband has accompanied her to: FOI release

With reference to FOI 201900003035: You asked for "Can I clarify who paid for the flights?" and "In addition to my previous email, I’d be grateful if you would detail the destination of the flights and how they were – in other words, I require a breakdown in the public expenditure. I also require what class these fligh...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.25(1)
Published
2019-09-30
Reference
FOI/201900003655
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Staff, meetings and correspondence concerning response to Judicial Review Petition: FOI release

1. Please state the full membership of the group within the Scottish Government brought together to respond to the Judicial Review Petition of Mr Alex Salmond. Please itemise any and all advisers brought in to assist. 2. There were 17 pre-arranged meetings and conference calls between August 2018 and January 2019 with ...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers meetings s.3 s.17(1) s.25(1)
Published
2019-09-25
Reference
FOI/19/02016
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Public sector

Updated guidance to support transgender pupils in schools information: FOI release

You asked for information relating to the decision to produce updated guidance to support transgender pupils in schools including any evidence held that supports the claim that girls would be excluded by the existing LGBT Youth Scotland transgender guidance.

FOI already published 80 score 27 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1) s.30 s.36(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 4 attachments
Published
2019-09-19
Reference
FOI/201900003278
Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Allocation methodology and funding level for 1+2 Language Learning policy: FOI release

1) The Scottish Government's methodology for allocating funding to Local Authorities to support implementation of the 1+2 Language Learning policy. 2) The total level of financial resource allocated to each of the 32 Local Authorities in 2019/20, 2018/19, 2017/18 and 2016/17, ideally broken down by Local Authority.

FOI unclear 55 score 14 working days correspondence ministers spending s.25(1)
Published
2019-09-06
Reference
FOI/201900003245
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Rural Finance (Scotland) Bill and 'No Deal' correspondence regarding agriculture: FOI release

You asked for: i) All correspondence, emails, letters, telephone conversations, dates of meetings (internal and external), minutes of meetings (internal and external), briefings since 1 January 2018 between the Cabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and Scottish Government officials in specific relation to the Rural ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 38 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1) s.28(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.36(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-08-28
Reference
FOI/19/01577
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Brexit, Farming and rural, Public sector

LGBT inclusive education recommendations: FOI release

You asked for the Scottish Government’s response to three questions about the LGBT inclusive education recommendations. I have set out our response to each of your questions in turn. 1. Please outline the work done to prepare for implementation of the recommendations of the LGBTI Inclusive Education working group follo...

FOI unclear 55 score 11 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1)
Published
2019-08-27
Reference
FOI/201900003123
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Future plans and farm payment model - post Brexit: FOI release

Any correspondence (letters, emails or otherwise) between Fergus Ewing and Scottish Government Officials relating to a plan outlining a future farm payment model post-Brexit Documentation outlining plans for a future farm payment model post Brexit Timeframe: since September 2018. FOI/19-01664: Documentation outlining ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings spending s.25(1) s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 8 attachments
Published
2019-08-15
Reference
FOI/19/01663
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Brexit, Farming and rural, Public sector

Delay to R100 airship - Correspondence with Paul Wheelhouse: FOI release

You asked for “Any correspondence (letters, emails or otherwise) (a) received and (b) sent by Paul Wheelhouse regarding the delay to R100”.

FOI already published 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers contracts s.25(1) s.29(1) s.38(1) s.30 s.33(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-08-14
Reference
FOI/19/01680
Directorate
Digital Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Loan to Ferguson Marine Engineering Limited: FOI appeal

All information held regarding the loan of £30 million made by the Scottish Government in June 2018 to Ferguson Marine Engineering Limited, including but not limited to: 1. All minutes and notes of meetings held between FME Limited and the Scottish Government. 2. The loan agreement including interest terms and basis ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 129 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings spending s.38(1) s.33(1) s.30 s.25(1) 36 attachments
Published
2019-08-13
Reference
FOI/18/01835
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Various questions relating to the Equality Network: FOI release

You asked us to provide information relating to the Equality Network: 1) I formally request copies of the latest and current Child Protection/Vulnerable Adults Policies for the three organisations, ENL, LGBTYS, and Stonewall Scotland. 2) Please any documentation that refutes this conclusion that ‘the Scottish Governm...

FOI clarification 80 score 25 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings spending s.3 s.15 s.17(1) s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.14 s.10 4 attachments
Published
2019-08-09
Reference
FOI/19/01568
Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

National Audit Office report in overpayments of Carer’s Allowance: FOI review

Further to my letter of 25 June 2019 I have now completed my review of our failure to respond to your request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA). I apologise for the time this has taken which was as a result of your request relating to information provided by another government department, and...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 29 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending s.21(4) s.25(1) s.28(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-08-06
Reference
FOI/19/01333
Directorate
Social Security Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Independent Review of the Scottish National Standardised Assessments - drafts, correspondence: FOI release

You asked for the following information in relation to the Independent Review of the Scottish National Standardised Assessments at Primary 1 (the independent review) under FOISA: • Any draft copies/versions of the independent review • All communication between the Scottish Government and David Reedy (including staff wo...

FOI already published 80 score 34 working days over deadline correspondence ministers contracts s.25(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.27(1) s.30 s.33(1) 4 attachments
Published
2019-07-31
Reference
FOI/201900002056
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Independent Review of the Scottish National Standardised Assessments at Primary 1 information: FOI release

You asked for the following information in relation to the Independent Review of the Scottish National Standardised Assessments at Primary 1 (the independent review) under FOISA: Any draft copies/versions of the Scottish Government’s response to the independent review All internal communication regarding the independe...

FOI already published 80 score 32 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 18 attachments
Published
2019-07-26
Reference
FOI/201900002062
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Meetings with members of a foreign Government regarding Social Security Agency: FOI release

You requested the following information: Has any (a) Scottish Government officials and (b) Scottish Government Ministers had any meetings or conversations with members of a foreign Government regarding the creation of a Social Security Agency and the implementation of benefits between January and March 2018?

FOI unclear 55 score 9 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1)
Published
2019-07-25
Reference
FOI/19/01682
Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Rules/procedures applicable to Special Advisors for political matters/government business: FOI release

“1. Are the civil servants working to instructions from their superiors to take as long as possible to reply and to use ploys to provide little or no information? 2. Are the FOI requests referred to Ministers? 3. Do they have input as to how the civil servants respond? 4. Are Special Advisers subject to the same rules ...

FOI released 100 score 19 working days correspondence ministers special advisers meetings contracts s.17(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-07-22
Reference
FOI/19/01538
Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Material relating to FOI Appeal on request FOI/201900000117: FOI release

You asked for; all correspondence, information contained in discussions and all material supplied by Scottish Government to the Scottish Information Commissioner in relation to his relating to request “Independent Scrutiny of Inter Agency Decision Ref 092/2019.

FOI already published 80 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.25(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.47(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-07-04
Reference
FOI/201900001987
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Public sector