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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21,864 matching releases

Israeli Deputy Ambassador Visit: FOI Review

Orginal Request 202400426411 Was the Israeli Deputy Ambassador invited or did she request a visit and who approved this? Which members of the Cabinet and Ministers agreed to, were aware of the visit and who agreed this should be kept from the public until after the event? Was an agenda set for the meeting and if so wh...

FOI not held 45 score 13 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.1 s.38(1) s.34(1)
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI 202400433257 - Review of 202400426411
Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Scottish Government staff performance and dismissals: FOI release

Treat as individual requests or answer altogether. How many staff in the Scottish Government were dismissed in the last 5 years? How many staff in the Scottish Government received a partial effective marking in the last 2 years? How many staff in the Scottish Government received an exceptional marking in the last 2 ...

FOI unclear 75 score 19 working days correspondence 4 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400434014
Directorate
People Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Communications between ministers and Highland councillors which relate to onshore wind farms: EIR release

Please share any communications between ministers and Highland councillors which relate to onshore wind farms from 6 May 2022 to the present date. Please also provide any communications between ministers, their staff and Renewable Parts Limited.

FOI/EIR released 100 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400432964
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland consultations cost: FOI release

“The following information under freedom of information legislation. The total cost to produce and analysis the following consultations?” Islands Connectivity Plan: Strategic Approach and Vessels and Ports Plan Guidance on inclusive design for town centres and busy streets Clyde and Hebrides Ferry Services (CHFS3) Ame...

FOI unclear 55 score 14 working days correspondence spending s.20
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400434389
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Association of Scottish Self-Caterers, UK Short-Term Accommodation Association and Airbnb correspondence: FOI release

Correspondence between Scottish Ministers, the Association of Scottish Self-Caterers, the UK Short-Term Accommodation Association and/or Airbnb since January 2023.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.38 s.21 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400434007
Directorate
Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS) Adult Disability Payment (ADP) statistics: FOI release

Request for information 1: The total number of individuals who have applied for Adult Disability Payment (ADP) in Scotland who have a diagnosis of Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS). Request for information 2: With reference to request for information 1, the number of successful and unsuccessf...

FOI cost limit 45 score 19 working days correspondence spending s.12 s.17(1)
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400433690
Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Briefing notes for Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic meeting with Scottish Enterprise: FOI release

Any introductory briefing notes sent/provided to Kate Forbes in her capacity as Cabinet Secretary for Economy Energy on the following topics: Scottish Enterprise Business Gateway Scottish Development International Scotland Europa Scotland Can The Scottish Business Support Partnership

FOI partially withheld 90 score 11 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400433579
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Site inspection of fish farm at Loch Ness: EIR release

A specific case (site inspection) undertaken by the Scottish Government’s Fish Health Inspectorate relating to the fish farm Loch Ness and case number 2022- 0474. Specifically, your request stipulated: 1) In the first paragraph of the Summary for Information of site Operator: Case Completion Report, dated 01/05/24, it...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4)
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400433900
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Information relating to the Wild Wrasse Fishery: EIR release

You asked a number of questions relating to the wild wrasse fishery. Your questions were as follows: 1. Which body is responsible for ensuring compliance with the Wrasse Fishery licensing conditions? 2. How many inspections, by year, have been carried out? What criteria are used to determine where and when inspection...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 18 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.4 s.10(4) s.9 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400433988
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Justice and Home Affairs August meetings: FOI release

Could you provide me a list of all meetings Angela Constance has held in the last month, and all minutes/notes from these meetings? Could you tell me what is the current plan for the "series of speeches to be delivered this year that will expand on the economic case for independence." -https://www.gov.scot/publications...

FOI released 100 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400433494
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Communities and third sector, Public sector

Correspondence regarding Scottish National Investment Bank and Ministerial Advisory Group: FOI release

1. Could you supply all correspondence received and sent by the Scottish Government, including internally, notes and minutes from meetings, and briefings written about the Scottish National Investment Bank and its lack of advisory board, from the last three months, including any actions taken to set one up? 2. In a pr...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400433536
Directorate
International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Constitution, External Affairs and Culture Museum Galleries Scotland speech transcript: FOI release

I would like to request a transcript of the pre-recorded speech that the Cabinet Secretary for Constitution, External Affairs and Culture, Angus Robertson MSP, presented at the Museum Galleries Scotland reception in the Scottish Parliament on 8th October 2024. For information, the event in question was titled "Museums...

FOI released 95 score 2 working days correspondence ministers 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400437818
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Information regarding Newton Stewart Flood Prevention Scheme: EIR release

“I would like to make a Freedom of Information Request to the Scottish Government linked to the Newton Stewart Flood Prevention Scheme. In November 2023 the Scottish Government while fulfilling its duties under The Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009 and in particular its duties under paragraph 6 of Schedule 2 o...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11 s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400435124
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Disclosure Scotland Digital/IT organisation chart: FOI release

Organisation chart for Digital/IT from CIO/Director down to management, including job titles and names.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 10 working days correspondence s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400434834
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Foreign aid sent to China: FOI release

How much foreign aid has the Scottish Government, or its arm length bodies, sent to China in the last five years, with a breakdown per year and what it went to?

FOI unclear 55 score 13 working days correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400436038
Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Management proposals for Small Isles Marine Protected Area (MPA): EIR release

“I came across the priority marine feature surveys, and I was wondering if you have any information regarding the proposed fisheries management measures. Would you be able to give me some information on the current status of the Small Isles MPA and it proposed management measures. I hope to hear from you and any help...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence s.10(4)
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400435311
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Breakdown of Data Protection breach statistics: FOI release

You asked for the total number of data protection breaches that have occurred within the Scottish Government during each year since 2018. You also asked for a breakdown of the year of the breach, the department involved and if possible, the number of individuals affected.

FOI unclear 75 score 20 working days correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400433781
Directorate
Digital Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Climate Change Bill correspondence: EIR release

All minutes/notes from meetings, all correspondence sent and received by the Government, including internally, about the Government's Climate Change (Emissions Reduction Targets) (Scotland) Bill, from the last three months.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(5) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400434085
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Community Payback Orders Statistics: FOI release

1. Can I ask for 2011/12, 2012/13 and 2013/14 and for each year since including the part year of 2024/25 how many Community Payback Orders where there was unpaid work or activity expected there were imposed in Scotland. Each year and the part year should be quoted separately. 1a. How many hours of unpaid work or activ...

FOI released 95 score 14 working days correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400435074
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Number and cost of press, communications and media officers: FOI release

1. The total number of full-time equivalent (FTE) press and/or communications and/or media officers employed over the last five financial years (broken down by year). 2. The total cost (including salaries, benefits, and other associated costs) of employing these press and/or communications and/or media officers over t...

FOI unclear 50 score 41 working days over deadline correspondence spending
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400433761
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

GP retirement statistics: FOI release

1. How many people have retired from a GP role in each year from 2015-2024 2. How many GPs have retired before their state retirement age each year from 2015-2024

FOI unclear 50 score 6 working days correspondence
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400436328
Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector, Work and skills

Student Awards Agency Scotland (SAAS) data protection breaches: FOI release

The total number of data protection breaches that have occurred during each year since 2018 and for each breach reported, please provide the following: (a) the year of the breach, (b) if possible, the department involved, (c) if possible, the number of individuals affected.

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence s.17(1) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
FOI/202400434640
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Work and skills

Forestry Grant Scheme (FGS) application information: EIR release

I would like to enquire whether you can assist me with information on the developer/property owner of the following approved FGS applications: 22FGS69767 Nether Albie Wood Creation 23FGS72513 Albierigg WC 21FGS60064 Harelaw Hagg Woodland Creation 20FGS46363 Canonbie Woodland Creation 20FGS48423 Tansy Hill 19FGS38923 B...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400434900
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

A83 Rest and be Thankful road closures: EIR release

"I'm getting in touch regarding closures at the A82 Rest and be Thankful in Argyll and Bute. I'd like to know how many days over the past 10 years the route has been shut to traffic? If you could please offer a breakdown of closures per month between January 2015 and October this year it would be much appreciated."

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2024-11-04
Reference
EIR/202400436929
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport