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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3,239 matching releases

A77 cycleway road safety audits and inspection reports: EIR release

Follow up to previous FOI/17/02299 available here Point 3 – can you please provide a copy of the Stage 2 Road Safety Audit, clarify when this was undertaken, and advise what actions were taken to address any recommendations therein. Can you advise if subsequent Stage 3 and Stage 4 audits, as described in DMRB, were un...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-01-23
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Scottish Salmon Company fish health and mortality: EIR release

You asked for information on 'mortalities and diseases at salmon farms operated by the Scottish Salmon Company during 2017'.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-22
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Scottish Sea Farms fish health and mortality: EIR release

You asked for information on 'mortalities and diseases at salmon farms operated by Scottish Sea Farms during 2017'.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-22
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

A83 road accidents between Inveraray and the B8001: EIR release

Would you be able to provide me with five years-worth of accident data (including contributory factor and vehicle type data) for: A83 between its junctions with the access to Inveraray Castle north of Inveraray and the B8001 at Kennacraig.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-19
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Road Traffic Act prosecutions under Section 94: FOI release

The number of driving licence holders who have been prosecuted for contravention of section 94 of the Road Traffic Act 1988. Of those driving licence holders who were prosecuted for contravention of section 94 of the Road Traffic Act 1988, the number who were convicted. The number of Group 2 driving licence holders who...

FOI not held 45 score correspondence s.94 s.93 s.94(3A) s.94A s.17(1)
Published
2018-01-18
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector, Transport

Bypassing of Inverurie A96 between Aberdeen and Inverness: EIR release

1. Any email correspondence from 1 March 2017 to 30 November 2017 between Transport Scotland and a) Humza Yousaf and b) Keith Brown regarding future finishing works on the Queensferry Crossing between the opening of the bridge and September 2018? 2. Any email correspondence from 1 March 2017 to 30 November 2017 betwee...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.17(1) s.33(1) 10 attachments
Published
2018-01-12
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Proposed golf development at Coul Links, Sutherland: EIR release

Copies of any correspondence in 2016 and 2017 relating to the proposed golf development at Coul Links, near Embo in Sutherland, between the office of the Cabinet Secretary for the Rural Economy and Connectivity and other Scottish Government Departments, Highland Council, Scottish Natural Heritage, Scottish Environment ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-12
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Disclosure Scotland UK applications processing: FOI release

1. For how long has Disclosure Scotland been processing applications from the rest of the UK? (Due to a new headquarters for England being set up.) 2. When will Disclosure Scotland stop dealing with applications for the rest of the UK? 3. How much has the UK Treasury paid Disclosure Scotland for taking over the Engli...

FOI not held 40 score correspondence ministers contracts spending
Published
2018-01-11
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Law and order, Public sector

Personal injury accident statistics for A828 and A82: EIR release

The A82 and the A828 are both notorious for "bad" drivers going too fast and taking risks. Is it possible for you to send me the most recent crash accident data from 2017? We are interested in one or all of the following: number of accidents and the number of casualties. I notice, for example, that the numbers of those...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2018-01-10
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Accidents on trunk road junctions: EIR release

Please could you tell me how many accidents, both fatal and non-fatal there have been for each year, between and including 2007 and 2017, on the following sections of trunk road: A95- between Granish Junction (A9) and Keith Junction (A96) A96- between Inverurie Blackhall Roundabout to Keith (junction with A95) A96- be...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-08
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Sheriff and Justice of Peace courts' fines : FOI release

What are average fines (in Sheriff Court, Justice of the Peace, Fiscal fines and Anti-social behaviour fine)? Cross-tabulation of crimes/offences and fines Fines for reconvictions

FOI not held 70 score correspondence s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-08
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Strategic Plan for Aquaculture Growth 2030: FOI release

Copies of the final versions of all documents presented in connection with any consultations that took place between Scottish Government and the industry in connection with the development of the term aquaculture Innovation Sites in the context of the "Strategic Plan for Aquaculture Growth 2030", together with copes of...

FOI not held 70 score correspondence ministers meetings s.30 s.3 s.11(2) s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2018-01-04
Reference
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Independent National Whistleblowing Officer for the NHS: FOI release

Following the Scottish Government's announcement about the establishment of an Independent National Whistleblowing Officer in Scotland, you have asked specifically for the following information. For ease, we have provided a response to each question as they arise. 1. You say that this appointment is a 'UK first', yet ...

FOI not held 45 score correspondence ministers s.25(1) s.29(1)
Published
2018-01-04
Reference
Directorate
Health Workforce Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Child protection information for children under 4 years: FOI release

You asked for information for all children born from 1st August 2012 to 31st July 2013 inclusive and covering events occurring before their 4th Birthday, including any pre-birth investigations or case conferences, relating to: Number of children investigated Total number of investigations on these children Number of c...

FOI not held 45 score correspondence s.67(2) s.25(1)
Published
2018-01-04
Reference
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Traffic accident A87 Invergarry to Skye road: EIR release

Road Traffic Accident: A87, Invergarry to Skye road We refer to the above and would be grateful if you would provide us with the following: All reports and documents prepared by the roads maintenance team, including those held by contractors, in respect of the clean up operation following our client's accident All re...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence contracts s.11(2) s.3 s.10(4) 10 attachments
Published
2017-12-22
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Volume and processing of Freedom of Information requests: FOI release

You asked for: The number of Freedom of Information requests replied to within 20 working days The percentage of Freedom of Information requests replied to within 20 working days The number of Freedom of Information requests replied to within the statutory deadline The percentage of Freedom of Information requests rep...

FOI not held 45 score correspondence spending s.25(1) s.17(1)
Published
2017-12-22
Reference
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Public sector

FOI requests submitted by BBC Scotland each year: FOI release

How many Freedom of Information Requests BBC Scotland submit to the Scottish Government &/or Parliament each year, for as many years as records are available & the overall or average cost associated with handling these requests.

FOI not held 45 score correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2017-12-22
Reference
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Data on disposable and reusable cups: FOI release

In relation to coffee cups could you please disclose: The number of disposable cups that been purchased in the 12 months, broken down by Scottish Government Directorate. The number of reusable cups that been purchased in the 12 months, broken down by Scottish Government Directorate.

FOI not held 40 score correspondence contracts
Published
2017-12-21
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Isle of Skye shooting and deer stalking rights: FOI release

The general information we would like is (1) the number of leases that the Scottish Government currently grants for sporting rights – shooting and deer stalking – on its land on the Isle of Skye, (2) the average rent per Hectare paid annually by the sporting tenants and (3) the current terms and conditions of the Scott...

FOI not held 65 score correspondence 4 attachments
Published
2017-12-21
Reference
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

School Inspection retention of inspection dates: FOI release

1. Relating to a previous FOI response where you were informed "In April 2008 inspection information prior to this change has been deleted." You have requested any information related to the decision to delete inspection information prior to April 2008. You have requested to know what the rationale behind the decision...

FOI not held 70 score correspondence ministers briefings s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2017-12-21
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Independent Review of Transvaginal Mesh: FOI release

Please disclose all correspondence relating to The Scottish Independent Review of the Use, Safety and Efficacy of Transvaginal Mesh Implants in the Treatment of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Women between Ministers of the Scottish Government, civil servants, members of the review group includ...

FOI not held 70 score correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.30 s.38(1) s.3(2) s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2017-12-21
Reference
Directorate
Health and Social Care Finance Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Call logs relating to cones on A1 carriageway: EIR release

Any records, reports, call logs or documented information relating to any calls of cones being in the middle of the A1 carriageway on 9th January 2017. Any records or reports documenting the Police/Traffic Scotland attending this call on 9th January 2017. Any records, calls or reports documenting the date and time you ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score correspondence s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2017-12-21
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Queensferry Crossing post completion information: FOI release

1. (a & b) While our aim is to provide information whenever possible, your request for this information is refused under Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA) Section 33(1) (b). This exemption applies because disclosure of this information would (or would be likely to) prejudice substantially and have a de...

FOI not held 55 score correspondence meetings contracts s.33(1) s.17(1) s.33 s.6 s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2017-12-20
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

IT systems activity subsequent to Brexit vote: FOI release

Information on IT systems activity within the Scottish Government subsequent to the Brexit vote of 2016. Data on activity undertaken between Friday 24th June 2016 and Friday 3rd November 2017 (inclusive) and raised a number of questions which I will answer in turn.

FOI not held 70 score correspondence contracts s.31 s.30 2 attachments
Published
2017-12-20
Reference
Directorate
Digital Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Estimates of housing demand broken down by council: FOI release

Information on current or recent housing need, demand and supply. In particular; (1) the number of people considered to be homeless, (2) estimates of housing demand preferably broken down into social housing, private rented and owner-occupier homes, and broken down by council area, (3) estimates of housing starts an...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.7
Published
2017-12-19
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector