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

2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263

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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COVID-19 the use of face masks in schools: FOI release

I would like a copy of all the scientific data showing the use of face masks in schools. This information must include the following: 1. The scientific peer reviewed paper/papers and/or studies which the Scottish Government base their use of face coverings to stop the spread of Covid-19. 2. The scientific data that pr...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence meetings contracts s.4 s.2 s.17(1)
Published
2021-09-22
Reference
FOI/202100227918
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Discussions held regarding implementation of NHS website: FOI release

Emails between the Scottish Government and its civil servants regarding the design and implementation of the NHS Scotland Website vacs.nhs.scot and emails of any change to the facility to download a vaccination status certificate between the Scottish Government, the NHS and the developer.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 36 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.38(1)B s.30 6 attachments
Published
2021-09-21
Reference
FOI/202100221596
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Information relating to EDF energy framework: FOI release

A copy of the Framework documents, including the associated supply agreement and EDF Energy Operational Process Manual.

FOI partially withheld 60 score 20 working days correspondence
Published
2021-09-16
Reference
FOI/202100223457
Directorate
Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

Communications relating to the Tinker Experiment: FOI review

Your request, reference 202100200656 All government emails , letters or memos or internal notes or transcripted telephone calls regarding The Tinker Experiment and any reference to an apology- with a particular interest on any documentation between the Government and its lawyers on the matter ( any communication to our...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29 s.36(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-09-16
Reference
FOI/202100228699 review of 202100200656
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Correspondence relating to each FOI request which contains ‘journalist’ or ‘reporter’: FOI release

For every FOI request received by the Scottish Government between 01/01/2021 and 01/03/2021, please search correspondence relating to each individual request for the word "journalist" or "reporter" and provide any correspondence which results to me.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence s.10(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 6 attachments
Published
2021-09-16
Reference
FOI/202100225813
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Handling of Spaces for People initiative complaint: FOI release

Please supply the government's file on this complaint. This is to include internal and external correspondence by letter/memo/email, any reports, any requests for information sent to ACC and/or Sustrans, and any responses received. Sight of any first or subsequent responses to the complaint should be included as well. ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 47 working days over deadline correspondence s.30 2 attachments
Published
2021-09-16
Reference
FOI/202100216221
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Correspondence relating to housing concerns within local authority area: FOI release

Copies of correspondence to and from the Convenor of the City of Edinburgh Council Housing, Homelessness and Fair Work Committee sent to the former Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning, in the past 2 years, and Cabinet Secretary for Social Justice, Housing and Local Government since May 2021.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-09-14
Reference
FOI/202100225623
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Communication relating to SQA awards 2021: FOI release

Any communications (including letters and emails) from members of the public identifying as teachers to the Scottish Government, on the subject on SQA awards in 2021. I would like this information from 10 June 2021 to 9 July 2021.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-09-14
Reference
FOI/202100225914
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Scottish Environment Protection Agency Board member appointment applications: FOI release

In relation to the Scottish Environment Protection Agency Board member appointment advertised from 10 March 2021 with a closing date for applications of 12 April 2021, please can you answer the following: how many applications were submitted? how many were shortlisted? how many applicants presented detailed knowledge ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 34 working days over deadline correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2021-09-13
Reference
FOI/202100231089
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Subsidies paid to Balmoral estate: EIR release

All agricultural, rural development and forestry subsidies paid by the Scottish Government and its agencies to HM Queen’s Balmoral estate for each of the 20 years starting from 2000.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 39 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2021-09-10
Reference
FOI/202100226156
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Money and tax, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands meeting with SPPO: FOI review

Your request, reference 202100218180 I understand that Mr Tavish Scott, representing Scottish Salmon Producers Organisation, held a meeting with Ms Mairi Gougeon, Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs and Islands on 10th June 2021. I would like to request a copy of the Minutes of this meeting please. Your request for rev...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-09-10
Reference
FOI/202100227775 review of 202100218180
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

COVID-19 cost of targeted advertisement: FOI release

1. The amount of money spent by the Scottish Government on advertising campaigns encouraging the public to accept a Covid-19 vaccine when offered it, from December 2020 to the date of this request. 2. Breakdown by month and medium (eg TV, Google, Facebook, Twitter, radio, print). 3. Breakdown by spend per targeted camp...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 18 working days correspondence contracts spending s.33 s.33(1)
Published
2021-09-10
Reference
FOI/202100226589
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Money and tax, Public sector

PVG considerations for listing on Children's List: FOI review

Your request, reference 202100217619 How many individuals (only the number) have been placed on the Children's List as the result of 'allegation(s)' made - please supply the number for each of the previous 5 calendar years (2016 to present)? (Please note - 'allegation' is where a criminal case was started but the Crimi...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 17 working days correspondence ministers s.12
Published
2021-09-06
Reference
FOI/202100225434 review of 202100217619
Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Windfarm planning appeals submitted after refusal from local authority: EIR release

how many planning appeals by developers of windfarms have been lodged with the Scottish Government in the past 10 years against the "deemed refusal" of the planning application by the local planning authority. You have asked that this be broken down by wind farm development an the outcome.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 7 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2021-08-31
Reference
FOI/202100229030
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Transport studies and appraisals concerning specific rail lines since 2003: EIR release

Details of any transport studies/STAG appraisals that Transport Scotland either carried out, or are aware of, that have been done since 2003 that directly affect the rail lines between: Westerton to Milngavie Dumbarton Central to Helensburgh Central Dumbarton Central to Balloch Ardrossan South Beach to Largs Dumbreck ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) 6 attachments
Published
2021-08-26
Reference
FOI/202100226181
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Social Security Scotland Non-Executive members recruitment campaign statistics: FOI release

Information in relation to the recent recruitment campaign for Non-Executive members for Social Security Scotland. 1: How many candidates have been shortlisted? 2: How many of those are a guaranteed interview? 3: How many were disabled? 4: How many were Black, Asian and minority ethnic?

FOI partially withheld 65 score 16 working days correspondence s.38(1)
Published
2021-08-26
Reference
FOI/202100226934
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Dunoon to Gourock crossing: EIR release

1. What target for reliable operation is being set for any new vessels on the crossing e.g. in comparison with the former Streaker Service which was the baseline for the MVA report. 2. Will any penalties be applied for failure to meet reliability targets due to weather conditions. 3. What modelling was carried out, w...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers contracts s.3 s.10(4)
Published
2021-08-24
Reference
FOI/202100224025
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Civil servants who hold external roles with external firms: FOI Review

Your request, reference 202100194247 1) The number of civil servants currently (as of 14 April, 2021) employed by the Scottish Government who hold or held within the last five years, external roles with external firms. 1a) Please break this down by directorate, and provide details of the external roles held by each civ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 50 working days over deadline correspondence s.1A s.38(1) s.34(1) s.39(1) 4 attachments
Published
2021-08-24
Reference
FOI / 202100211948 - Review
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Imports of salmon smolts: EIR release

Information on the import of salmon smolts since 1 January 2018 including any health certificates, import/export documentation, emails, letters and other information. Please include correspondence with Mowi, the SSPO, Grieg Seafood, other salmon farming interests, EFTA Irish government agencies and other parties in rel...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 29 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.5(2)
Published
2021-08-24
Reference
FOI/202100221565
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Public Health Scotland (PHS) information regarding discharges from hospitals to care homes: FOI release

The provision of electronic copies of draft versions of the Public Health Scotland reports into discharges from hospitals to care homes in the initial months of the pandemic, and in relation to electronic correspondence dated between 1 April 2020 and 14 June 2021 held in relation to discussions surrounding the reports....

FOI partially withheld 90 score 51 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-08-23
Reference
FOI/202100213136
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

Information on Whiteshore Cockles since 1st May 2021: EIR release

Information on Whiteshore Cockles since 1 May 2021 including any emails, letters, Cabinet Briefings, photos, videos and other information. Also to include the correspondence cited in the letter, attached to request, from the Scottish Government; namely the letter/email from the Scottish Government on 5 July 2021 and re...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2021-08-19
Reference
FOI/202100225785
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Covid-19 outbreak following Nike conference held in Edinburgh: FOI Review

1) You made at least 45 redactions of text, of unspecified length, in the FOI release responded to on 5th June 21 and published on 14th June 2021 (202000038482), due to an assessment of the information as being "out of scope" Please provide all the information for all of these redactions listed in this FOI release sta...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.21(4) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.17(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2021-08-18
Reference
FOI/202100222971 review of 202000038482
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Minutes of meetings from cancer groups: FOI release

All minutes of meetings from the following groups, which are held by the Scottish Government, since each was set up: - The National Covid-19 Cancer Treatment Response Group - The National Cancer Recovery Group - The National Cancer Treatment Group

FOI partially withheld 65 score 17 working days correspondence meetings s.25(1) s.27 s.27(1) s.30 s.38(1)
Published
2021-08-16
Reference
FOI/202100208320
Directorate
Topic
Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector