Scottish Government FOI Index

22,922releases indexed

40,952attachments found

29.5avg calendar days

8,507partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-11-04newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,507 unclear 7,460 not held 3,292 released 1,599 already published 716 cost limit 637 clarification 377 withheld 251 transferred 83

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5225 s.20 4485 s.34(1) 3789 s.39(2) 3640 s.30 3038 s.17(1) 2981 s.25(1) 2557 s.10(4) 2089 s.11(2) 1639 s.29(1) 1249 s.2 1245 s.3 980

Timeline

2026-11 48 2026-10 227 2026-09 8 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,336 releases · 27.8 avg days Marine Directorate 991 releases · 29.7 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 972 releases · 31.1 avg days Learning Directorate 871 releases · 34.3 avg days Economic Development Directorate 741 releases · 39.6 avg days Constitution Directorate 710 releases · 35.8 avg days Population Health Directorate 678 releases · 28.6 avg days People Directorate 667 releases · 25.5 avg days

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22,922 matching releases

Road fatality data for Fife and the north east: FOI release

Data detailing the number of road deaths which occurred in Fife, and in north east Scotland, in the months of May, June and July of this year.

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400433790
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Education Secretary meeting regarding SQA exam results: FOI release

On SQA exam results day on August 6, Education Secretary Jenny Gilruth issued a statement which included this section: “I am also conscious that there is a wide degree of variation in results between our 32 local authorities. To that end, I will be meeting with all local authority Directors of Education, the Chief Exam...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400434218
Directorate: Education Reform Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Upper Tribunal for Scotland appeals: FOI release

The number of appeals to the Upper Tribunal for Scotland against decisions of the First-tier Tribunal for Scotland (Social Security Chamber) that Social Security Scotland has supported, and the number it has opposed. I wish to have the figures from 22 November 2018 to date, and broken down by year, quarter, or month.

FOI not held 45 score 14 working days correspondence s.17(1)

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400435078
Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Correspondence regarding establishment of a new National Park: EIR release

Could you supply all correspondence received and sent by the Scottish Government, including internally, all briefings and minutes from meetings, regarding the establishment of a new National Park, between July 1 2024 and July 31 2024.’

FOI/EIR unclear 80 score 40 working days over deadline correspondence briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400428149
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Complaints related to SSE operated wind turbines and adverse health impacts from emissions: EIR release

1. Complaints related to SSE operated wind turbines and adverse health impacts from turbine emissions. 2. Complaints related to energy developers other than SSE and adverse health impacts from turbine emissions. 3. The response of the Scottish Government to the above complaints.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.2 s.3 s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400433416
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Breakdown of Fujitsu expenditure for public bodies: FOI release

Could you provide the total amount of money the Scottish Government and the organisations it has oversight of, has given to Fujitsu in the last five years, with a breakdown of where the money went, i.e, what contracts etc?

FOI released 100 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.12 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400434290
Directorate: Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

Material relating to School Premises Regulations 1967: FOI release

All written material from the past year relating to the School Premises (General Requirements and Standards) (Scotland) Regulations 1967. This should include (but not limited to) emails, meetings, briefings, reports, planned updates or public consultations.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.19 s.25 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400433742
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Public Relations (PR) spend by the Scottish Government: FOI release

1. Total annual expenditure, from 2015 to present, annually, on public relations firms by: a. The Scottish Government b. All public bodies (broken down by public body) 2. Total annual expenditure, from 2015 to present, annually, on public relations firms by the Scottish Government, broken down by PR firm hired. 3. ...

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence contracts spending s.17(1)

Published: 2024-11-04
Reference: FOI/202400433499
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

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