Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,642releases indexed
40,482attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,387partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-09-16newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,387 unclear 7,405 not held 3,239 released 1,581 already published 701 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5151 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3728 s.39(2) 3593 s.30 2995 s.17(1) 2923 s.25(1) 2521 s.10(4) 2060 s.11(2) 1619 s.29(1) 1223 s.2 1222 s.3 958

Timeline

2026-09 3 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 962 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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Maintenance policy/repair history for A702: FOI release

1) A copy of your current road maintenance policy relating to the A702 (Wandel Area). Please send me the full policy, but this should include details of the intended frequency of road safety inspections, how these inspections should be conducted and the maximum time between identification of a defect and repairs being ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 2 attachments
Published
2018-06-06
Reference
Directorate
Topic

A83 wind, crash barrier and risk assessment data: EIR release

All wind related data from the nearest weather station to the A83 near Loch Restil between 2 December 2017 and 10 December 2017. Also require sight of the following documentation: All reports, memoranda and other written communications in respect to the installation, maintenance and removal of any roadside crash barr...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11 6 attachments
Published
2018-06-04
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector, Transport

Field inspection at Burnside of Dipple, Fochabers: EIR release

All correspondence at Local Area and Headquarters Office level relating to a field inspection at Burnside of Dipple, Fochabers.

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2018-06-04
Reference
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Funding and correspondence in relation to Oxfam projects: FOI release

Details of all funding provided by the Scottish Government to Oxfam (including Oxfam Scotland, Oxfam UK and Oxfam worldwide). Details should include the amount and the purpose it was given. Details of correspondence (including letters, emails and records of any phone calls) between Scottish Government Ministers and off...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) 38 attachments
Published
2018-06-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Scottish Public Pensions Agency's energy management system: EIR release

Information regarding the Scottish Public Pension Agency's contract relating to their energy management system. Not all organisations have energy management system and if the organisation does not have one please ignore the contractual part of my request (1-6) and concentrate on questions 7-12. 1. The supplier who pro...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence contracts spending s.8 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.6(1)
Published
2018-06-04
Reference
Directorate
Topic

AECS Inspection and Re-mapping at Kirkhill Farm, Elgin: EIR response

All correspondence or e-mails held on file relating to an AECS Inspection and Re-mapping at Kirkhill Farm, Elgin, and in particular the way in which the solar panel array was dealt with in this latter case.

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 8 attachments
Published
2018-06-01
Reference
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Details Safety Inspections A85, 2 years to 28/4/18: FOI release

In relation to the A85 between Connel and Bridge of Awe, specifically in the area around Taynuilt: A. Dates of safety inspections undertaken in this area in the two years prior to Saturday 28/4/18. B. Details of carriageway defects identified during safety inspections in the two years prior to Saturday 28/4/18. C. D...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 s.11(2) 6 attachments
Published
2018-06-01
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Road closure figures A83 Inveraray to Tarbet 2017: FOI release

The A82 road closure figures for 2017,section between Inveraray and Tarbet. This was later clarified to the A83. As the information requested is 'environmental information' for the purposes of the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004 (EIRs), we are required to deal with the request under those Regula...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-05-31
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

SASA's objection/agreement and related application/correspondence re Garden District: EIR release

a. A copy of SASA's original objection to the planning application for a "Garden District" next to SASA's land b. A copy of subsequent correspondence with the applicant and their agents in relation to the application c. A copy of the documents forming the "agreement" with the applicant that led to SASA's withdrawal o...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) 26 attachments
Published
2018-05-30
Reference
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Marine Scotland Statutory Seal Licence Return Forms: EIR release

'Copies of seal licence return forms for 2016 and 2015 as well as any information on post-mortems, necropsy reports and data on carcasses. Please also include information detailing the change of policy to move from seal licence return forms to electronic data collection. For example, please include emails and correspon...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) 26 attachments
Published
2018-05-24
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Plan of temporary junction between A1 and A1087: EIR release

Plan of temporary junction between A1 and A1087 on 15th June 2017, the date from which it was to take effect and the time at which it was put in place, any other relevant information such as start and completion dates of works.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2018-05-24
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Future of Flood Risk Management in Scotland: EIR release

The 'Regulatory Impact Assessment of Proposals for Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Bill' published on 3 September 2008 advises at Section 3, 3.4 and 3.5 that a consultation document was released in 2007 and had a response from 145 organisations. I have been unable to locate these on your website and I would therefore...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 28 attachments
Published
2018-05-24
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Craibstone and Dyce junctions: payments through Non-Profit Distributing: EIR release

The full payment schedule for the AWPR/B-T project, in terms of the Scottish Government payments through its Non Profit Distributing model to the individuals or organisations undertaking the project/programme. I would like the information to contain: 1. The payment period (in years) for the whole project and what pay...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1)
Published
2018-05-21
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Expenditure on road repairs 2013 to 2018: EIR release

1. What is the total amount spent by trunk road operators on road repairs in each of the last five years, broken down by year? 2. What is the total number of potholes which have been filled by trunk road operators in each of the last five years, broken down by year? 3. What is the current backlog of road repairs need...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts spending s.5 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.2 s.3 s.6(1) s.12
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Management of the M77 and A77: EIR release

Records of monitoring inspections (and findings) in connection with term contracts for the management and maintenance of the roadway of M77 motorway and A77 (Fenwick to Kilmarnock (bellfield interchange) ) since 1/12/2017 ito present in connection with the aforesaid roads maintained by balfour beatty connect M77 GSO co...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Catch statistics held for Loch Lomond/River Leven system: EIR release

All catch statistics held for all areas of the Loch Lomond/ River Leven system. Particularly: River Leven River Endrick River Fruin Clyde Estuary

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

BEAR Scotland compensation claims: EIR release

The number of compensation claims made to BEAR by motorists whose vehicles have allegedly been damaged by potholes on trunk roads. The number of claims BEAR has paid out and the total amount from 1 March 2017 to 1 March 2018. As the information you have requested is 'environmental information' for the purposes of the ...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.12
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Pot-hole damage claims for 2013 to 2017: EIR release

The total number and total value of pot-hole damage claims on the following roads: A1, A68, A6091/A7, A76, A78, A701, A702, A725, A726, A737, A82, A83, A84, A85, A86, A87, A828, A830, A835, A876, A887, A889, A898, A9, A90, A92, A972, A95, A96, A977, A985, A99. The total number of unsuccessful pot-hole damage claims: ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.12 2 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

MPA fisheries management rules: EIR release

Number of incidents reported to Marine Scotland of suspected or actual infringements of MPA fisheries management rules (hereafter 'incidents') since 22 May 2017 until present day. The number of reported incidents which were subsequently investigated by Marine Scotland. The number of individual vessels these incidents r...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Data collection system for seals killed by salmon farms:EIR release

Information on the electronic data collection system for seals killed by salmon farms since 1 January 2017, including copies of electronic data submissions from salmon farming companies and emails, correspondence and other information detailing the electronic data collection system.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) 10 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Marine Scotland information: EIR release

How many incursions has Marine Scotland been made aware of and logged in their records; What action has been taken with a view to prosecution of offending vessels, if any; When might we expect MS and MS Compliance to conduct themselves in the manner expected on behalf of the rural communities and people of Scotland? A...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Correspondence regarding chemical usage in salmon farming: EIR release

Information requested on the use of chemicals via well boats including the 'Clean Treat' system since 1 January 2017. Please include data on the use of Azamethiphos, Deltamethrin, Hydrogen Peroxide and any other chemicals used via well boats. Please include correspondence with salmon farming and chemical companies (inc...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2018-05-17
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic

Media interview regarding the Pentland Hills Eagle disappearance: EIR release

Can you please advise whether or not there was an email or formal written request submitted by Chris Packham or Ruth Tingay to meet with Roseanna Cunningham MSP to request a media interview regarding the Pentland Hills Eagle disappearance and, if so, when was this submission made? If the request was not made using the ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2018-05-15
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic

Safety inspections and defect summaries for M77 Northbound: EIR release

Copies of the following: Reports of the inspection history, Safety inspections, Safety patrols, Defects, Repairs to the M77 northbound between Jct 5 and Jct 4 Time frame: 15/01/2018 until 16/02/2018.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments
Published
2018-05-14
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Burncrooks water treatment works, East Dunbartonshire: EIR release

East Dunbartonshire - Burncrooks water treatment works. Copy of correspondence between agencies, national bodies and SG regarding assessment of this case. Copies of "all correspondence that was generated between agencies that will include national bodies and Scottish Government when carrying out a proper assessment of...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2018-05-14
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector