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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Correspondence to Former Minister for Transport, Jenny Gilruth MSP regarding dualling of A9 or A96: EIR release

All documents containing advice to the Minister Gilruth regarding the dualling of the A9 and A96 including the section of the A96 from Inverness Smithton to Auldearn, which includes the Nairn by pass.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(5) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-23
Reference: EIR/202400421993
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Consultation on the dualling of the A96: EIR release

All documents relating to the engagement of consultants for the purposes of the consultation on the dualling of the A96, carried out. In particular I seek sight of the documents comprising the terms of engagement of the consultants and the amount and calculation of the fees and payments for their advice; and whether i...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.3 s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-23
Reference: EIR/202400421992
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Advice provided to former Minister for Transport regarding the A96 and A9: EIR release

Documentary evidence of all advice provided to Minister Dey, during his tenure as Minister responsible, as regards the dualling of the A96 and A9.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-23
Reference: EIR/202400421994
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Advice provided to Cabinet Secretary for Transport in relation to the A96 and Nairn bypass: EIR release

Information regarding the advice provided to the Cabinet Secretary Fiona Hyslop in relation to the A96 and Nairn by pass prior to the public meeting which she attended and addressed at Nairn on the 31st May, 2024. I wish to see the advice on these matters provided to the Cabinet Secretary, with particular regard to th...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-23
Reference: EIR/202400421995
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Datasets regarding commercial fisheries surveillance sightings: EIR Release

Access to any datasets regarding commercial fisheries surveillance sightings. I have contacted the MMO who were able to provide surveillance information. These datasets include information on vessel nationality and gear type between 2018-2022 for the English ICES rectangles. We can comply with any confidential require...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 16 working days correspondence s.11(2) s.34(1)

Published: 2024-09-23
Reference: EIR/202400422936
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Communication with Scottish Water: EIR release

All communications between Scottish Government and Scottish Water representatives related to pay and the public sector pay policy, including but not limited to emails, minutes, conversations or discussions, between January 2023 and July 2024.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-23
Reference: EIR/202400422424
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Reports regarding Ending Conversion Practices consultation: FOI release

A copy of each of the five reports from stakeholder roundtable events organised as part of the consultation entitled Ending Conversion Practices in Scotland.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 13 working days correspondence s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400422074
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Strategic Resourcing Support job vacancy data: FOI release

In relation to job vacancy 2024-8906 Strategic Resourcing Support I would like to know: Request for information 1: How many candidates were interviewed? Request for information 2: How many people are on the reserve list for this role? Request for information 3: Please provide me with a copy of the lead panel member ...

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

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400421379
Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Latheronwheel correspondence: FOI release

All correspondence from Roy Brannen concerning Latheronwheel. Would it be possible to have this provided please? In addition, constituents have raised concerns about the lack of a dropped kerb at the bus stop in Latheronwheel, which is making the bus stop inaccessible and unsafe for some residents of the village. Coul...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400423546
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Cost of buildings under Heat in Buildings Programme: EIR release

Clarity on figures provided in a previous EIR release on 29th July (ref 202400421303) and advice provided to Patrick Harvie MSP, Minister for Zero Carbon Buildings, Active Travel and Tenants’ Rights on the rules, terms and conditions of the Green Public Sector Estates Decarbonisation Scheme (GPSEDS). You also asked for...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400424775
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Former First Minister's Windsail visit: FOI Release

Could you supply all documentation held by the Scottish Government mentioning or from Windsail, including minutes/notes from Humza Yousaf's visit there on April 17, briefings, correspondence or analysis, from between March 15 2024 and July 15 2024?

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

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400423795
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Scottish Government’s National Treatment Centres: FOI release

I am looking for all written communication, including associated briefings, to and from Ministers since 1 March 2024 to most recent relating to the Scottish Government’s National Treatment Centres.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 29 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400423476
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Former Minister for Equalities meeting with Robin White regarding ending conversion therapy/practices: FOI release

Minutes from the meeting between Emma Roddick MSP and Robin White of 5 March 2024, as well as how long the meeting lasted and who attended.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.29(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-19
Reference: FOI/202400424494
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Correspondence with Clackmannanshire Council regarding Reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (RAAC): EIR release

A copy of the minutes and other papers, correspondence etc relating to a meeting between the Minister for Housing and Clackmannanshire Council regarding RAAC or funding for RAAC remediation / compulsory or negotiated purchase of affected homes. In addition, you requested any further correspondence, minutes of meetings ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400405446
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

Former First Minister meeting minutes with Vice President of Spain: FOI release

You asked for a copy of the minutes and any internal correspondence related to the First Minister’s bilateral meeting with Teresa Ribera Rodríguez, Third Vice-President of the Government of Spain, held on 4 December 2023 during COP28.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400406349
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Gaelic and Scots language on road signs: FOI release

1. Could you supply any briefings, correspondence sent and received by Transport Scotland, including internally, minutes/notes from meetings, about Gaelic or Scots words being put on road signs, between July 2023 and the date of this FOI.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 11 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400409907
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

A96 Active Travel Pedestrian Facilities: EIR release

I formally request a copy of the report which is not concluded into the need for saver crossing on the A96 in around and near Altonsyde/ Tradespark area. As the investigation is now concluded I request a full copy of the report and it's conclusions and any timeframes stated within the report.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400411143
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Puberty Blocker Correspondence: FOI release

Under FOI I would please like to request all correspondence (including emails, attachments, typed or handwritten notes, letters, notes/records of phone calls, minutes of meetings, briefings, WhatsApp messages or otherwise) between ministers of the scottish Government and their special advisors mentioning the term 'pube...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.25(1) s.38(1) s.30 s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400410045
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Health and social care, Public sector

Emails sent and received by the Former First Minister: FOI Review

Original request - 202400411476 1. The last three emails that Humza Yousaf sent as First Minister from his First Minister email account. 2. The last three emails that Humza Yousaf received as First Minister from his First Minister email account. 3. The last three emails that Humza Yousaf sent as First Minister to em...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 283 working days over deadline correspondence ministers whatsapp s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.17(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400416176 Review of 202400411476
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Melville Monument, Dargavel Primary School, Celtic title and cup celebrations and D-Day events: FOI release

1. All documentation held by the Government, including correspondence, briefings, minutes/notes from meetings and internal correspondence, about/mentioning the Melville Monument in Edinburgh, from the last six months. 2. All documentation held by the Government, including correspondence, briefings, minutes/notes from ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 17 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.2 s.3 s.4 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.39(1)

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400421066
Directorate: Safer Communities Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Education, Public sector

Proposed friendship arrangement with the Taiwanese city of Kaohsiung: FOI release

All electronic and paper records the Scottish Government holds regarding the proposed friendship arrangement with the Taiwanese city of Kaohsiung that was due to be considered at a full council meeting of the City of Edinburgh Council on 26 June 2024, before being withdrawn from the full council meeting agenda. The di...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) s.30 s.32(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400420617
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Meetings held with Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) regarding leavers fund: FOI release

A list of all meetings held with the Convention of Scottish Local Authorities (COSLA) on the topic of a leavers fund to support victims of domestic abuse to leave abusive relationships since 12 August 2023 to the present date (12 August 2024). All correspondence related to these meetings including the minutes of the me...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-18
Reference: FOI/202400426163
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Business, industry and innovation, Public sector

National Treatment Centres (NTC) Programme Group Stocktake Reports: FOI release

A copy of all the latest available National Treatment Centres (NTC) Programme Group Stocktake Reports for each of the NTCs which have not fully opened yet. Here is an example of a stocktake report you have previously released https://www.gov.scot/binaries/content/documents/govscot/publications/foi-eirrelease/2023/12/c...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence briefings spending s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-17
Reference: FOI/202300391384
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence relating to XL Bully Dog Ban decision: EIR release

A copy of the minutes of the meeting in which the First Minister and the Scottish Government cabinet decided to ban the dogs. As well as including the minutes, confirm who was present at the decision and who agreed to it. Also tell me the time and date. A copy of any emails in the inbox of Shona Robison and Humza Yousa...

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

Published: 2024-09-17
Reference: FOI/202400393372
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Evidence to support Independent Scotland claim: FOI release

In reference to a media broadcast by Humza Yousaf in reference to Resolution Foundation report issued 4th December 2023, titled "Britain needs a new economic strategy to end its stagnation and close its £8,300 living standards gap with its peers". Daily Mail URL on MSM for reference https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/othe...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-09-17
Reference: FOI/202400394008
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector