Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

18,099releases indexed
29,946attachments found
29.8avg calendar days
6,650partially withheld
2019-05-15oldest in sample
2026-05-15newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 6,650 unclear 6,023 not held 2,568 released 1,213 already published 588 cost limit 504 clarification 288 withheld 199 transferred 66

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Timeline

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Apprenticeship funding data: FOI release

Apprenticeship funding, numbers of apprenticeship starts and in training (with requested breakdowns), from 2015/16 to 2024/25 inclusive.

FOI not held 45 score 15 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1) s.3
Published
2026-05-14
Reference
FOI/202600504882
Directorate
Lifelong Learning and Skills Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Ardrossan Harbour details: EIR release

You asked for the following information in relation to the acquisition of Ardrossan harbour from Peel Ports: 1. All documents relating to the Accountable Officer’s consideration of value for money in respect of the project, including any assessments, briefings or internal analysis. 2. All correspondence, briefings an...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.2 s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.10(5) 4 attachments
Published
2026-05-12
Reference
EIR/202600512299
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Meetings between Scottish Public Pension Agency (SPPA) and the Minister for Public Finance in Scotland: FOI release

Since 1 January 2025 and 26 November 2025, on how many occasions have the Chief Executive of the SPPA and other members of the SPPA met with Ivan McKee MSP. Please provide dates of the meetings at 1. Please confirm if these meetings were minuted, if not why not? If reliance is made on alleged Scottish Government policy...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.1 s.4 s.38(1) s.33 s.3 s.17 2 attachments
Published
2026-05-06
Reference
FOI/202500495745
Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 and the introduction and operation of the self-catering thresholds: FOI release

The following recorded information only, relating to the application of the Islands (Scotland) Act 2018 in connection with the introduction and operation of the self-catering thresholds requiring properties to be actually let for at least 70 days and available to let for at least 140 days for entry or maintenance on th...

FOI released 75 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.2 s.3 s.4 s.20
Published
2026-05-06
Reference
FOI/202500498158
Directorate
Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Clinical evidence for the on-site prescriber requirement SP Bill 77: FOI release

"Please provide all clinical evidence, reports, systematic reviews, or expert opinions obtained or relied upon by the Scottish Government in support of the requirement that a supervising prescriber be physically present during Group 2 and Group 3 non-surgical cosmetic procedures. " In considering this request an assum...

FOI already published 80 score 14 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.3 s.12 s.20 s.15 2 attachments
Published
2026-05-01
Reference
FOI/202600510956
Directorate
Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

M8 Woodside Viaduct Permanent Solution: EIR release

At the Woodside Hall public consultation on the M8 Woodside Viaduct today 4 March a display 'Approach 3: Remove' included findings produced by a consultant showing what the effect of removing a section of the motorway viaduct M8 at Cowcaddens would be using traffic modelling. The display of the results of traffic mode...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.2 s.5 s.7 s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2026-04-30
Reference
FOI/202600509623
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Student Awards Agency Scotland - Guidance document clarification: FOI release

The document has no headers, dates, signatures, logos, version numbers, or any other indicators that it is an official SAAS policy document or internal guidance in force. It appears to be a compiled excerpt or created specifically for this FOI request. To clarify the document's status and authority, please confirm: 1....

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.3 s.5(3) s.17(1) s.9 s.20 s.73 s.3(2) s.6 s.5(5)
Published
2026-04-30
Reference
FOI/202600504052
Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Materials relating to the supply shortage of co-codamol: FOI release

Information relating to the supply shortage of co-codamol 30mg/500mg tablets: For the period 1 January 2026 to the date of this request, please provide: 1. Any briefing papers prepared for Scottish Ministers regarding the co-codamol 30/500mg shortage. 2. Correspondence (including emails or letters) between the Scott...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.3 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.29(1) 4 attachments
Published
2026-04-29
Reference
FOI/202600509103
Directorate
Chief Medical Officer Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Joint Council for Cosmetic Practitioners (JCCP) documentation: FOI release

1. All communications between the Scottish Government and the JCCP since 2017. 2. Any documents referencing JCCP in relation to aesthetic regulation or licensing proposals. 3. Any assessments of JCCP’s governance status. 4. Any documents discussing JCCP’s relationship with beauty sector bodies (HABIA, BABTAC, Britis...

FOI not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings spending s.3 s.4 s.12 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-28
Reference
FOI/202600508622
Directorate
Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Operational delivery, ecosystem engagement and management of the Techscaler Programme: FOI release

I am writing to request information regarding the operational delivery, ecosystem engagement, and management of the publicly funded Techscaler Programme. Specifically, I am seeking communications involving [REDACTED (section 38(1)(b)] (in his capacity as VP Regional Engagement at CodeBase/Techscaler) and Nick Murray (i...

FOI already published 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.38(1) s.3(2) s.3 s.38 s.12 s.25(1) s.34(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-22
Reference
FOI/202600511127
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Criminal Justice Committee communications concerning the Prostitution (Offences and Support) Bill: FOI release

All communication between Siobhan Brown, Minister for Community Safety and the Criminal Justice Committee (Scottish Parliament) concerning the Prostitution (Offences and Support) Bill. This should include emails, meeting notes, and any other form of communication.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1) s.29(1) s.38(1) s.38 s.3 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-21
Reference
FOI/202600504860
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Minutes of Meeting with Rape Crisis Scotland: FOI release

1. Any minutes from the last meeting held between a Scottish Government Minister and Rape Crisis Scotland. 2. Any correspondence sent from Rape Crisis Scotland to a Scottish Government Minister within the last three months. 3. Any correspondence sent to Rape Crisis Scotland from a Scottish Government Minister within ...

FOI not held 70 score 17 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.3 s.38(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-14
Reference
FOI/202600504490
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Prison to Rehab programme documentation: FOI release

1. Any analysis, briefing, or internal discussion explaining why only 48 people have completed a 12- week Prison to Rehab placement since 2022. 2. Any documents that identify barriers to prisoners entering or completing the Prison to Rehab programme, including capacity limits, referral issues, eligibility criteria, or...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.3 s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-08
Reference
FOI/202600502682
Directorate
Population Health Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Documentation that mentions Former SNP Chief Executive Officer: FOI release

Please disclose any emails or WhatsApps sent between Scottish Government officials, including any special advisers, which contain the words “Peter Murrell” sent between 1 January 2026, and February 17, 2026.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers contracts whatsapp s.25(1) s.17(1) s.17 s.30 s.3 s.36(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-07
Reference
FOI/202600507146
Directorate
Propriety and Ethics Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector

NHS Ayrshire and Arran funding and NHS Dental provision: FOI release

The First Minister and the Health Secretary have on many occasions now stated that the Government is committed to ending the 8.30am Scramble at GP Surgeries and also having Zoom , Teams consultations. So can you provide me with the following as NHS Ayrshire and Arran is saying this is not the case. 1. What Financial ...

FOI unclear 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.2 s.3 s.17 2 attachments
Published
2026-04-01
Reference
Foi/202600502394
Directorate
Primary Care Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

National Advisory Council on Women and Girls member information and correspondence: FOI release

1. All the current members of the National Advisory Council on Women and Girls. 2. All correspondence between the group and the government from the last three months. 3. All minutes/notes from meetings between the group and the government in the last three months.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.2 s.3 s.27(1) s.38(1) s.29(1) s.30 2 attachments
Published
2026-03-31
Reference
FOI/202600502403
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Transport Scotland - CalMac daytime maintenance windows information: EIR release

1. All recorded communications between Transport Scotland and CalMac Ferries Ltd containing either of the following exact terms: “maintenance window” “daytime maintenance” This includes emails, internal memos, briefings, meeting notes, or correspondence exchanged between the Ferries Directorate and CalMac’s operatio...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.2 s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.3 s.20 2 attachments
Published
2026-03-31
Reference
EIR/202600501927
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

First Minister's visit to Washington DC - Interactions with Lord Peter Mandelson: FOI release

I am writing to make a request for information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002. This request concerns First Minister John Swinney's visit to Washington DC between 7-10 September 2025, his interactions with Lord Peter Mandelson (then UK Ambassador to the United States), and any knowledge or discussi...

FOI already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.3 s.17 s.25 s.28(1) s.32(1) s.33(1) s.38 s.28 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-03-10
Reference
FOI/202600505179
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services 3 (CHFS3) information: EIR release

Under the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004, I request the following information regarding the CHFS3 Direct Award to CalMac Ferries Ltd: 1. Final Socio-Economic Impact Assessments: Any final (non-draft) reports or assessments conducted by or for Transport Scotland regarding the impact of the CHFS3 ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers meetings contracts s.20 s.2 s.10(4) s.3 s.6(1) s.4 2 attachments
Published
2026-03-03
Reference
EIR/202500499619
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Former First Minister and the City of London Corporation’s Special Representative to the EU meeting information: FOI release

Information relating to a meeting on 27 April 2017 between the then First Minister, Nicola Sturgeon, and Jeremy Browne: 1. Confirmation of whether such a meeting took place, including the location, time, duration, and list of attendees (including any Scottish Government officials or special advisers present). 2. Any ...

FOI not held 70 score 12 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.3 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-03-02
Reference
FOI/202600500054
Directorate
International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic
Business, industry and innovation, International, Money and tax, +1 more … Public sector

NHS Highland neurodevelopmental and mental health information: FOI release

Please provide the following recorded information for the period 01 January 2024 – present: 1. All Ministerial briefings, submissions, updates, or reports provided to: The Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care The Minister for Public Health and Women’s Health The Minister for Children, Young People and Keeping...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.3 s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-23
Reference
FOI/202500495098
Directorate
Mental Health Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Health and social care, Public sector

Exceptional Circumstances guidance issued to Scottish Local Authorities: FOI release

1. Whether the Scottish Government provided guidance and/or advice to Scottish Local Authorities as to the definition of "Exceptional Circumstances" (reference SSI 2021 No. 289 Clause 5B) and/or under what circumstances Exceptional Circumstances should be considered by Scottish Local Authorities. 2. Copies of any/all ...

FOI unclear 55 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.2 s.5B s.19 s.3 s.20 s.72 s.4A s.6
Published
2026-02-23
Reference
FOI/202500496382
Directorate
Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Scottish Government’s Fire and Rescue Unit governance structure and risk register: FOI release

1. The governance structure currently in place for the Scottish Government’s Fire and Rescue Unit (within Safer Communities Directorate), including the name and remit of any governance board, oversight group, programme board or equivalent body that provides strategic oversight of the Unit’s work. 2. The most recent ri...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.3 s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-02-17
Reference
FOI/202500494805
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Review into progressing standards of farmed fish welfare: EIR release

1. All communications (including emails, letters, meeting notes, minutes, briefings, and internal memos) relating to the review into progressing standards of farmed fish welfare, including communications with external stakeholders such as Salmon Scotland, salmon farm operators, animal welfare organisations, and academi...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 41 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.2 s.38 s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) 4 attachments
Published
2026-02-16
Reference
EIR/202500489448
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Disclosure Scotland Review Process: FOI release

When level two Disclosure cases have conviction requiring review, how long does this process take. I require an average time frame and longest and shortest periods from last 3 months. How many reviews, at level 2 , were requested in last 3 months. What percentage of those reviews were successful in having disclosed c...

FOI unclear 55 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.2 s.3
Published
2026-02-16
Reference
FOI/202500497478
Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector