Scottish Government FOI Index

22,641releases indexed

40,480attachments found

29.5avg calendar days

8,386partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-09-16newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,386 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) 5150 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3727 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 2 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 961 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

Clear

7,405 matching releases

Loss and theft of work-related mobile phones: FOI release

Using Freedom of Information laws, could you please answer the following questions: 1. In the 25 years since the Scottish Parliament was reconvened how many government ministers and/or cabinet secretaries (including first ministers and deputy first ministers) have ever lost their work-related mobile phone? 2. In the ...

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence ministers

Published: 2024-04-09
Reference: FOI/202400397696
Directorate: Corporate Operations Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

2023/24 Revenue Share Scheme proposal: FOI release

Information relating to the 2023/24 Revenue Share Scheme proposal that has been put to Transport Scotland from Scotrail for approval. ScotRail Head of Employee Relations communicated on 4th January that this had been sent over and a response was due from Transport Scotland in due course. Given this is now 9 weeks ago I...

FOI unclear 50 score 15 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400403202
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Building a New Scotland series website downloads: FOI release

In March, the SG published its eleventh paper as part of the ‘Building a New Scotland’ series. Please provide the number of downloads for each paper on the SG website.

FOI unclear 50 score 19 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400402847
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Building a new Scotland, Public sector

Upgrading maternity services at Raigmore Hospital: FOI release

The amount spent so far on upgrading maternity services at Raigmore Hospital in Inverness.

FOI unclear 50 score 11 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400404907
Directorate: Children and Families Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Solihull Approach Online: FOI release

I would like to submit the following information request on the Solihull Online Approach for parents. The total amount spent by the Scottish Government in providing this service to all.

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400399354
Directorate: Mental Health Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Public sector

Quality and Improvement section of the NHS Recovery, Health & Social Care budget: FOI release

1. A description of what the ‘Quality and Improvement’ section of the NHS Recovery, Health & Social Care budget is for. 2. A breakdown of what the ‘Quality and Improvement’ section of the NHS Recovery, Health & Social Care budget is spent on generally. 3. A breakdown of what the ‘Quality and Improvement’ section of h...

FOI unclear 55 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.25(1)

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400400423
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

State Pension Payments: FOI release

Since 5th May 2011, has the Scottish Government ever sought legal advice on who would be legally responsible for paying the state pension in an independent Scotland? In other words: has advice been sought on the question of whether a continuing UK Government would have a legal obligation to pay the state pension to peo...

FOI unclear 50 score 19 working days correspondence spending

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400403372
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Building a new Scotland, Public sector

Budget reduction in the provision of affordable homes: FOI release

Please quantify the budget reduction in the provision of affordable homes announced within the budget. I believe the figure reported in the press is £196 million but, I would like this confirmed via a request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002.

FOI unclear 50 score 14 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400403192
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

Funding Coronation Medals for Scottish Fire & Rescue Employees: FOI release

If the Scottish Government is funding Coronation Medals for Scottish Fire & Rescue Employees?

FOI unclear 50 score 2 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-08
Reference: FOI/202400404911
Directorate: Safer Communities Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Science and Advice for Scottish Agriculture(SASA) Translation, Interpretation and language services costs: FOI release

Please provide me with the following information for the financial years 2020/21, 2021/22, 2022/23. All expenditure made by your organisation, in every facet of its operations and purview, on translation, interpretation, and language services. Please provide the aggregated total spent by your organisation and then, i...

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence spending

Published: 2024-04-04
Reference: FOI/202300391308
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

European Regional Development Fund: FOI release

I am seeking information about the European Regional Development Fund (ERDF) and European Social Fund (ESF) programmes. This is with regards to the funding cycles of 2007-13 and 2014-20. The questions are for each funding cycle and am seeking answers relating to each funding cycle separately.

FOI unclear 55 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.10

Published: 2024-04-04
Reference: FOI/202300387142
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Transport Scotland current contract covering reprographics/print arrangements: FOI release

Number of MFDs (Multi-functional devices) & photocopiers at Mobility & Access Committee for Scotland Name of incumbent Start/end date of contract (if expired, WHEN do you expect to revisit the marketplace) Details of any extension options What framework / Route to market used Number of regular/desktop printers (in addi...

FOI unclear 50 score 9 working days correspondence contracts spending

Published: 2024-04-03
Reference: FOI/202400393883
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Scotland's pledged at COP 26: FOI release

You asked for confirmation of: 1) of the £2 million Scotland pledged at COP 26, held 31st October - 12th November 2021, for loss and damage 2) how much has been paid, and to what persons or organisations

FOI unclear 50 score 3 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-04-03
Reference: FOI/202400393612
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Number of FOIs submitted regarding Education and Skills: FOI release

The number of FOIs submitted to the Scottish Government regarding Education and Skills from 1 to 30 November 2023. By Education, I am referring to any subject that may fall under the remit of the Cabinet Secretary for Education and Skills, the Minister for higher and further education and the Minister for children, you...

FOI/EIR unclear 55 score 8 working days correspondence ministers s.20

Published: 2024-04-03
Reference: FOI/202400392433
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Circularity Scotland tender process: EIR release

I would be grateful to receive a copy of all communication between the Scottish Government and Circularity Scotland regarding the tender process carried out which ultimately led to Biffa being awarded the contract. The period I would like this EIR to cover is 1st January 2022 and 31st October 2023.

FOI/EIR unclear 75 score 19 working days correspondence ministers contracts 2 attachments

Published: 2024-04-01
Reference: FOI/202300385256
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland yearly number of employees: FOI release

“The approx. yearly number of Transport Scotland employees 2018 to present and their roles."

FOI unclear 50 score 17 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: FOI/202400397368
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Social Security Scotland status and statistics of applications: FOI release

Request for information 1: All definitions or terms Social Security Scotland uses to categorise the status of claimants' applications. In other words, the terms Social Security Scotland uses to refer to the status of applications for benefits. I imagine there must be categories that reflect which stage applications ...

FOI unclear 55 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.25(1)

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: FOI/202400396724
Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Home Energy Scotland (HES) Grant and Loan Scheme: EIR release

1. Can you please confirm the number of instances where a signed grant & loan funding agreement through Home Energy Scotland has been reneged following completion of works? 2. Can you advise the process for debt recovery for those who have fallen on financial hardship and can no longer repay the loan? 3. Of the grant...

FOI/EIR unclear 50 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: EIR/202300390300
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Funding to Scottish Islamic and Cultural Centre charity: FOI release

Can you please tell me if Scottish Government departments have provided funding to the charity "Scottish Islamic and Cultural Centre, SC045065" and if so the dates and amounts of these grants/funding and any conditions associated with them including names of Trustees."

FOI unclear 50 score 16 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: FOI/202400391692
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Arts, culture and sport, Public sector

ScotRail Alcohol Ban: FOI release

1. What written rules/regulations, allowed the Minister for Transport to interfere in operational matters that are surely the responsibility of the Management and Board of Scotrail? 2. Can you please provide me with the full details of the names of the Politicians and Political Parties they represent, who voted for th...

FOI unclear 50 score 18 working days correspondence ministers

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: FOI/202400399100
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Funds sent to Gaza: FOI release

In relation to the £750,000 of aid given to Gaza: Was this sum in the original budget for 2023-24? If not, was the sum (or excess) taken from another planned spend or from another department? What was the original planned spend per territory for 2023-24?

FOI unclear 50 score 15 working days correspondence ministers spending

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: FOI/202400399962
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Scottish Government staff associated with Ministers: FOI release

"The staff structure/organogram (giving job titles, not names of individuals) for all of the Scottish Government Cabinet Secretaries and Ministers, including both civil service and political staff, and (ii) the wider and complete political staff structure/organogram (special advisors) of the current Scottish Government...

FOI unclear 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers s.25(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2024-03-28
Reference: FOI/202400392767
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Energy Consent Unit staffing levels: FOI release

Can you please provide me with details of the staffing levels at the Energy Consent unit? How many people work in this department and what are the staff grades of those who do? Can this be split into the Glasgow and Edinburgh offices as there appears to be two offices?

FOI unclear 50 score 18 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-03-27
Reference: FOI/202400395982
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Bear Scotland gritter vehicles in Highland Council area: FOI release

"The age of all gritters Bear Scotland have based in the Highland Council area."

FOI unclear 50 score 1 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-03-27
Reference: FOI/202400401309
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Scottish Government Working Groups: FOI release

1. The number of Scottish Government Working Groups currently. 2. The total amount spent by the Scottish Government on Working Groups for the years 2021/22, 2022/23 and 2023/24. 3. The budgets for each working group in the years given above. 4. How those working groups spent their money (salaries, expenses, office s...

FOI unclear 75 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence spending 2 attachments

Published: 2024-03-26
Reference: FOI/202300390761
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills