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

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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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Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Regional Food Fund records: EIR release

Records on the Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Regional Food Fund, specifically: 1. Scotland Food & Drink Partnership’s Regional Food Fund, how much has been spent on this, breakdown per year and per region. Can this include names and descriptions of all projects which have been handed cash? 2. Could you supply t...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-15
Reference
EIR/202400431402
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Economy, Farming and rural, Public sector

Performance and conduct of Forestry and Land Scotland: EIR release

-A list of all internal and external meetings where the performance and conduct of Forestry and Land Scotland in regards to sustainable forestry was discussed since 7 May 2021. -All briefing materials and agendas of these meetings. -All minutes of these meetings. -All correspondence relating to these meetings and th...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2024-10-15
Reference
EIR/202400430244
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Carrbridge Active Travel Scheme information: FOI release

That Transport Scotland provide regarding the Carrbridge Active Travel Scheme. 1. What funding they have agreed to provide and what they have paid to date; 2. Who authorised it; 3. What consultation they carried out and to give details; 4. All correspondence memos emails with CNPA and Scottish Government.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2024-10-14
Reference
FOI/202400430039
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Managing deer for climate and nature consultation proposals: EIR release

All correspondence, submissions and recommendations in relation to the legislative vehicle which will be used to take forward the proposals set out in the Managing Deer for Climate and Nature Consultation.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 40 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.11(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-14
Reference
EIR/202400420951
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Junction A84, between the Loch Lubnaig South Car Park and Stank Road: EIR release

Information relating to the A84 between the junction with the Loch Lubnaig South Car Park and the junction with Stank Road from January 2023 to date. In particular, the following information: - 1. Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing the roads inspection regime, including d...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 5 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 12 attachments
Published
2024-10-14
Reference
FOI/202400432700
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Cairngorm Woodlands land in Tolquohonie correspondence: EIR release

A copy of the FS correspondence with CNPA, and Guy Crossley (if any), regards Cairngorm Woodlands land in the Dalbuaick Plantation (aka Tolquohonie)? It seems likley that the investigation was triggered by some form of complaint, or allegation, and we are looking to bottom out on this. Anything you can share would be m...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-14
Reference
EIR/202400430418
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Less Favoured Area Support Scheme (LFASS): EIR release

1. How many applicants are currently receiving funding from LFASS. 2. In relation to Q1, how many applicants have received funding which was due in 2022/23? 3. In relation to Q1, how many applicants have received funding which was due in 2023/24? 4. In relation to Q1, how many applicants have received funding which ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 26 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.2 s.20 s.39(2) s.1
Published
2024-10-14
Reference
FOI/202400432905
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Woodland Carbon Code calculator clarification: EIR release

I work as a senior scientist at the James Hutton Institute. Part of my research is on forest and carbon sequestration. With regard to this reply about carbon neutrality of forests, https://www.gov.scot/publications/foi-202300383722/ could you please disclose the assumptions in the WCC calculator under which the figu...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 10 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2024-10-11
Reference
EIR/202400431965
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Proposal for a new National Park in Galloway: EIR release

All correspondence between the Scottish Government and NatureScot regarding the proposal of 22 July by Scottish Ministers for a new National Park to be established in Galloway. A copy of any direction / terms of reference, or any other relevant documentation, given to NatureScot, as the Reporter, by the Scottish Gover...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2024-10-11
Reference
EIR/202400430190
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) screening opinions: EIR release

Copies of all the EIA screening opinions made by RPID in 2024.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 12 attachments
Published
2024-10-10
Reference
EIR/202400429945
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Livestock statistics for Fife: EIR release

Farming data and policy information relating to livestock, crops and feed import in Fife.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 17 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-10
Reference
EIR/202400429730
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

A725 traffic light sequencing information: EIR release

Information relating to the traffic lights located at the junction of the A725 (North Road) and the A8. 1. Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing the sequence and timings between traffic light changes that would have been in operation on 5 May 2023. 2. Information including s...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 11 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 8 attachments
Published
2024-10-10
Reference
EIR/202400431645
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Successful applications for the Just Transition Fund: EIR release

Copies of the successful applications for funding under the Just Transition Fund.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 5 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 6 attachments
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400431972
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Review of noise guidance for onshore wind turbines: EIR release

Could you tell me when the new Guidance is due to be published? I am aware it has been finalised but has not yet been published. Can you tell me what is taking so long and why it is being kept secret? Can you supply a copy of the "Invitation to Tender" for the job of producing the new Guidance, including the "Scope o...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400428725
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

Coastal Change Adaptation Programme funding application statistics: EIR release

1. ‘Please can you list all the unsuccessful projects which did NOT receive funding under the Coastal Change Adaptation Programme in a spreadsheet format, including as many details as possible within cost limits, such as the applicant and the amount of funding sought ? 2. How many projects in total (A) applied and (B)...

FOI/EIR cost limit 70 score 12 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.8 s.10 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
FOI/202400431914
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Farming and rural, Public sector

Licensing conditions for the Scottish Raptor Study Group (SRSG): EIR release

Earlier this year (around May, I think), the Scottish Gamekeepers Association (SGA) sent you a report entitled 'Who Monitors the Monitors?', which focused on the activities of the Scottish Raptor Study Group (SRSG). The SGA was seeking an additional licensing condition for SRSG members which would require them to infor...

FOI/EIR unclear 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400428329
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Park Ranger services budget: EIR release

1. Please can you confirm the total budget allocated for Park Ranger services in Scotland per annum for the period between 01/09/2014 - 02/09/2024. 2. Please can you confirm the budget allocated to each Council in Scotland for Park Ranger services between the period 01/09/2014 - 01/09/2024.

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 16 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400429732
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Capercaillie conservation correspondence: EIR release

1. All correspondence between Minister Lorna Slater and NatureScot between January2022 and July 2023 regarding Capercaillie conservation in Scotland and action being planned and/or delivered by Scottish Government. 2. All correspondence between Minister Lorna Slater and CNPA officials between January2022 and July 2023...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 4 attachments
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400429055
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Complaints or feedback about the junction on the A725 at the slip road to the A8: EIR release

We write in relation to the junction on the A725 at the slip road to the A8 (“the Junction”). We request copies of any emails, letters, documents, memos or reports, regarding the following: 1. complaints or feedback about the Junction; 2. complaints or feedback about the traffic lights at the Junction; or 3. any acci...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.3 s.10(5) 6 attachments
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400428039
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Meetings between the Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy and the Scottish Environment Protection Agency (SEPA): EIR release

- All briefings and information relating to meetings between the Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy and SEPA officials from 1 September 2023 onwards. - All minutes relating to the aforementioned meetings. - All emails relating to the aforementioned meetings including those received from external parties.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-09
Reference
EIR/202400427822
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

A6091 Footpath Upgrade: EIR release

Number of questions (which will be repeated in our response) regarding the widening of the footpath alongside the A6091 trunk road at Tweedbank. A high-level description of the scope of the works. The expected benefits of carrying out the works. The length of footpath being widened. The original width of this footpath...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 12 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2024-10-08
Reference
EIR/202400429097
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Briefings and Analysis on Nuclear Power: EIR release

Could you supply all briefings and analysis held by the Scottish Government on nuclear power in the last six months?

FOI/EIR unclear 80 score 20 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-08
Reference
FOI/202400429545
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

XL Bully register statistics: EIR release

In relation to Certificates of Exemption for XL Bully dogs, a requirement which was introduced in Scotland this year - Could you please tell me i) how many dogs are on the register currently and ii) what the postcode or nearest geographical area is for each dog registered? In addition, could you tell me how many ap...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-10-08
Reference
EIR/202400427716
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Current contractual obligations with Warmworks: EIR release

The current contractual obligations with Scottish Government and Warmworks, Under the Warmer Homes Scotland initiative including the: Term of the contract Value of Contract Details of the procurement procedure to award the contract What due diligence was done on the appointment of the partners involved From The perio...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 19 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2024-10-08
Reference
EIR/202400427766
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

A96 Corridor Review spend: EIR release

1.A breakdown of the £5,981,787.02 that has been spent on the A96 corridor review since the 1st April 2022. 2.A breakdown of the £3,265,047.17 that was spent on the A96 corridor review between the 1st April 2022 and 31st March 2023. 3.A breakdown of the £2,362,603.37 that was spent on the A96 corridor review between ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2024-10-08
Reference
EIR/202400427627
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport