Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,640releases indexed
40,478attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,386partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-09-02newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,386 unclear 7,405 not held 3,239 released 1,581 already published 700 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5149 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3727 s.39(2) 3593 s.30 2994 s.17(1) 2922 s.25(1) 2520 s.10(4) 2060 s.11(2) 1619 s.29(1) 1223 s.2 1222 s.3 958

Timeline

2026-09 1 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
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Social Security Scotland - Adult Disability Payment ineligible claim information: FOI release

Request for information 1: Could you supply how many requests Social Security Scotland have made to claimants to pay back Adult Disability Payments, and how much this was worth overall and how many said yes and no, and how much was handed back? Request for information 2: What is the average time between an interview w...

FOI clarification 55 score 15 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600509880
Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Duties considered and steps taken when developing Rural Support Plan: EIR release

I am writing to make a Freedom of Information Request. The request relates to the Rural Support Plan published on 24 March 2026: https://www.gov.scot/publications/rural-support-plan-rsp/. I would be grateful if you could provide the following information: Whether any steps were taken in relation to the duty under sec...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.1 s.44 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600513066
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Correspondence between the Chief Economist Directorate and Economist of Scotonomics: FOI release

For the period 26th October 2025 - date, please provide: (1.) All correspondence between the Chief Economist Directorate of the Scottish Government and William Thomson of Scotonomics. (2.) Any briefing materials, notes, or minutes relating to meetings (in person or virtual) involving the Chief Economist Directorate a...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.38(1) s.30 2 attachments
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202500498747
Directorate
Chief Economist Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Nuclear and offshore wind energy comparison information: EIR release

All internal briefings, analysis and minutes/notes from meetings, comparing nuclear energy and offshore wind energy, from the last three months.

FOI/EIR unclear 50 score 12 working days correspondence briefings meetings spending
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
EIR/202600511058
Directorate
Chief Economist Directorate
Topic
Economy, Energy, Public sector

Confirmation and Records of Geoengineering and Solar Radiation Modification (SRM) activities over Scotland: EIR release

1) Confirmation and authorisation: a) Confirm whether the Scottish Government is participating in, supporting, or complicit in any SRM/geoengineering or weather modification programme affecting Scotland. b) If any such activity exists or has existed, identify who authorised it (office/role), the date of authorisation...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings contracts s.5 s.10(4)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202500498898
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Scottish Forestry - Software based data destruction assurance information: FOI release

To avoid any misunderstanding, I would like to clarify the distinction I am drawing. I am not questioning the adequacy of your processes or suggesting anything is being done incorrectly. My enquiry relates solely to the type of recorded assurance held by your organisation. A certificate or record confirming that an er...

FOI clarification 55 score 13 working days correspondence contracts s.17(1) s.17
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600511035
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Closure of the application window for the Integrated Land Management Plan (ILMP): EIR release

I would like to know why Scottish Government have temporarily closed the application window for the Integrated Land Management Plan (ILMP), specialist advice and mentoring support delivered through the Farm Advisory Service.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 10 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600500779
Directorate
Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic
Farming and rural, Public sector

Number of Medical Associate Professionals working in NHS boards: FOI release

1) The number of MAPs working in each NHS board for the periods March 2026, March 2025 and March 2024 or at the nearest equivalent date, broken down by health board. 2) This information broken down by role, including but not limited to Physician Associates/Assistants (PAs), Anaesthesia Associates (AAs), Surgical Care ...

FOI unclear 55 score 10 working days correspondence s.25(1)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600511482
Directorate
Health Workforce Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Ill health and retirement applications made to the Scottish Public Pensions Agency (SPPA) from teachers: FOI release

I am kindly requesting information regarding ill health retirement applications for teachers only, specifically for individuals whose only health condition is Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), also known as Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. Please ensure that any details provided pertain solely to ap...

FOI unclear 75 score 12 working days correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600500568
Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Information regarding seized Russian oil tanker in the Moray Firth: FOI release

1/ The Russian tanker arrested by the USA which is lying in Moray Firth of Scotland, who is responsible for this vessel ? 2/ How long will she be anchored in Moray Firth ? 3/ Who is paying the day rate for the hire of vessels which are standing by the tanker and what are the day rates ? 4/ Who gave permission for th...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence s.25(1) s.17(1)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600508063
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

School Age Childcare Team headcount statistics 2024-25: FOI release

1. The total staffing headcount (full-time equivalent) for the School Age Childcare Team for the 2024–25 financial year. 2. The total salary costs for this team for the 2024–25 financial year. 3. The pay bands (or civil service grades) represented within the team. 4. The total non-pay operational costs attributable ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.38(1) s.34(1)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600508191
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Correspondence involving Scottish Ministers relating to the reduction of the number of NICU from the Best Start policy: FOI release

A copy of the following between September 16 2025 and Monday May 25 2026: 1/ All external correspondence involving Scottish Ministers relating to the reduction of the number of neonatal intensive care units (NICU) from eight to three as per the Best Start policy 2/ All Internal correspondence involving Scottish Minis...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600518111
Directorate
Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

SignPort payments and tendering process information: FOI release

1. How much the Scottish Government has paid out in relation to Signport to date and 2. Whether an equality impact assessment (EQIA) has been completed prior to the tendering process being implemented and 3. The outcome of such assessment and any follow up review following competition of the project.

FOI unclear 55 score 13 working days correspondence contracts spending s.25(1)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600509435
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Disclosure Scotland - Recorded Police Warnings information: FOI release

Given that Recorded Police Warnings (RPWs) are 'weeded' (i.e. removed) from the Criminal History System (CHS) after two years, can any information about the RPW still be included in Level 2 and PVG disclosure checks performed two years after the RPW issue date?

FOI unclear 55 score 1 working days correspondence s.8B
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600512317
Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Court Fee Working Group queries: FOI release

Information regarding the Court Fee Working Group which is being established to support a wider review of the court fee structure. The full membership of the Court Fee Working Group, including names, roles, and the organisations represented. The terms of reference or remit governing the Working Group. The date the Wor...

FOI partially withheld 60 score 8 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600510916
Directorate
Justice Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Woodside Viaduct works information: EIR release

The following information on the Woodside Viaduct works: 1. Who did the government go to to do the bridge examinations? 2. Where can people view the previous bridge inspections on said area? 3. How long are the bridge inspections kept for? 4. Why is the government now given a consultation to the public to see if th...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 8 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
EIR/202600510755
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Local Authority budget allocation query: FOI release

How was the 10 billion pounds from the Labour government in Westminster allocated and distributed throughout the council areas? This money was announced in the November budget yet no benefit has been seen nationwide to this tune. What has Holyrood done? Or not done?

FOI unclear 50 score 19 working days correspondence spending
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600508810
Directorate
Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Scottish Government's Energy Consents Unit staff data and spend: FOI release

(1) How many individuals are currently employed at the Scottish Government's Energy Consent Unit? (2) What is the total spend on the Scottish Government's Energy Consent Unit since 2021? (Please could you split that up by financial year).

FOI unclear 55 score 16 working days correspondence spending s.2 s.20
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600509629
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

Adult neurodevelopmental assessment and support provision across NHS Boards correspondence: FOI release

1. A copy of the letter, email, briefing, template, or other correspondence sent by the Scottish Government’s Director of Mental Health to all Health Boards seeking clarification on adult neurodevelopmental assessment and support provision. 2. The date this correspondence was sent. 3. A list of all NHS Boards contact...

FOI clarification 80 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.5 s.6 s.8 s.9 s.4 s.17(1) s.10 s.29(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600516637
Directorate
Mental Health Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

High hedge appeals: EIR release

Please provide the following information held by the Scottish Government and the Directorate for Planning and Environmental Appeals (DPEA): 1. Interpretation of Section 34: In high hedge appeals where an applicant asserts that a hedge adversely affects light to a future/proposed dwelling that neither possesses active ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 17 working days correspondence briefings s.34 s.5 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
EIR/202600517042
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Details of Callander traffic survey: EIR release

A traffic survey was conducted through Callander’s Main Street and Stirling Road in October 2025. Under the Freedom if Information (Scotland) Act 2002, we are requesting: 1. The highest recorded speeds across each surveyed location. 2. The lowest recorded speeds across each surveyed location. 3. Please confirm whet...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 6 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
EIR/202600510641
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland - Serco NorthLink Ferries income and expenditure statistics: FOI release

(1) How much income has Serco NorthLink Ferries posted in the last five years of the NIFS3 contract? Please show a total but also include a breakdown for ticket sales, cabin bookings, pod bookings, restaurant sales, bar sales, shop sales (including vending machines), gambling machines, cinema ticket sales and vehicle b...

FOI withheld 55 score 20 working days correspondence contracts spending s.33(1) s.25(1) s.17(1)
Published
2026-07-22
Reference
FOI/202600508059
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport