Scottish Government FOI Index

22,655releases indexed

40,520attachments found

29.5avg calendar days

8,395partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-10-08newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,395 unclear 7,405 not held 3,242 released 1,581 already published 703 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5153 s.20 4430 s.34(1) 3730 s.39(2) 3593 s.30 3001 s.17(1) 2928 s.25(1) 2524 s.10(4) 2060 s.11(2) 1619 s.29(1) 1230 s.2 1227 s.3 959

Timeline

2026-10 8 2026-09 8 2026-08 299 2026-07 476 2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,313 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 978 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 962 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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22,655 matching releases

COVID-19 care homes vaccination data: FOI release

A split of the total number reported as having received the first dose of the vaccine for JCVI priority group 1, on 7 February (29,863), into two categories, older adult care homes (estimated 30,000 residents) and other care homes (estimated 2,000 residents).

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100152269
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

Christmas card sent from First Minister 2019-2020: FOI release

You asked for all information on the First Minister's Christmas card this year and 2019. This should include the full list of recipients for each year and any standard message within.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers spending s.38(1) s.34(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202000130010
Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

COVID-19 Government spend on advertising and vaccination questions: FOI release

1) How much money have the Scottish Govt spent in total on any form of advertising Covid19 be that radio, TV or newspapers since the pandemic started eg. The wearing of masks, social distancing, the vaccine, furlough etc? 2) What statistics do the Scottish Government hold on the risk of a person dying from contracting ...

FOI clarification 55 score 18 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.2

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100157043
Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

Minister for Local Government, Housing and Planning cladding information: EIR release

From 1 June 2020 to present: Copies of all correspondence (emails, texts, briefings, minutes of meetings, minutes of calls, memos and/or otherwise) between civil servants, Special Advisors and Housing Minister Kevin Stewart regarding a cladding fund and/or banning combustible cladding.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 30 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100145113
Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

COVID-19: YouGov omnibus survey research results: FOI release

1. The results of research the Scottish Government has commissioned through the YouGov omnibus survey in the past 12 months on: a. Covid-19 Regulations and compliance with Covid-19 advice b. Covid-19 vaccine c. Adherence or compliance with self-isolation advice and requirements. 2. A copy of any other research the Scot...

FOI withheld 80 score 20 working days correspondence s.2 s.27 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100152730
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

COVID-19: Number of Scottish deaths with no underlying health condition: FOI release

The figure of deaths in Scotland for the period of 3/3/2020 till 1/2/2021 of citizens whom have died solely of COVID-19 with no whatsoever underlying conditions.

FOI unclear 50 score 29 working days over deadline correspondence

Published: 2021-03-29
Reference: FOI/202100160626
Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Health and social care, Public sector

Scottish Qualification Authority (SQA) revision of appeal process: FOI release

Ministerial direction SQA refer to and any information, paperwork, correspondence etc between SG and SQA and also more generally which explains the thinking behind the revision of the appeals process (please treat as an FOI). I am not sure whether you can also explain where responsibility lies for the design of the app...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 49 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.25(1) s.30 s.36(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2021-03-26
Reference: FOI/202000108636
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Discussion held relating to Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Bill: FOI release

Details of all individuals and organisations who met or spoke with the Cabinet Secretary for Justice or Scottish Government officials to discuss amendments on freedom of expression to the Hate Crime and Public Order (Scotland) Bill between 1 December 2020 and 2 February 2021, and the dates when these meetings or calls ...

FOI unclear 75 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-26
Reference: FOI/202100150494
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Misogyny and Criminal Justice in Scotland Working Group expenditure: FOI release

Can you please tell me how much each of the following people are being paid for their involvement in the Misogyny and Criminal Justice in Scotland Working Group? Baroness Helena Kennedy QC Mona Rishmawi Dr Chloe Kennedy Susan Kemp Emma Ritch Shelagh McCall QC Professor John Devaney

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence spending

Published: 2021-03-26
Reference: FOI/202100150742
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Transport Scotland award and payment of subcontractors: EIR release

1. Are these companies vetted to ensure they have the funding? 2. Are they credit checked to ensure they are honourable businesses?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 10 working days correspondence ministers briefings contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1)

Published: 2021-03-26
Reference: FOI/202100168549
Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector, Transport

Correspondence regarding Margaret Ferrier between September and October 2020: FOI release

Any communications, correspondence, be it email, text message, whatsapp or of any kind available relating to Margaret Ferrier MP between the Scottish Government Ministers/Special Advisors and people external to the Scottish Government between September 14th and October 14th.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence ministers whatsapp s.38(1) s.25 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-26
Reference: FOI/202000118037
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Scottish Qualification Authority exam 2020-21 communication from teachers: FOI release

Communications (including letters and emails) to the Scottish Government from members of the public identifying as teachers or former teachers, that are on the subject of SQA qualifications in 2020/21. I would like this information from 04 January 2021 to 10 February 2021.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100154002
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Future of Justice Social Work correspondence: FOI release

The report of the review of adults social care published today has several references to work being undertaken on the future of justice social work. Can you please provide any documents or meeting minutes held by the Scottish Government in reference to future development or changes to justice social work.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence meetings s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100150261
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Costing breakdown of National Advisory Council on Women and Girls: FOI release

Please provide a breakdown of the full costs associated with the National Advisory Council on Women and Girls (for example, secretariat, publications, marketing, event venue hire, speakers, illustrators (at events) and merchandise).

FOI already published 80 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.25(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100150847
Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Money and tax, Public sector

Local authorities operating independently of central government: FOI release

1) In which year did it start in Scotland that:- Local authorities in Scotland operate independently of central government and are accountable to their electorates. 2) How much is the biggest budget cut since 2009 to local authority spending (Eg roads, pavements, homelessness, etc etc) 3) How much is the budget for ...

FOI unclear 55 score 18 working days correspondence spending s.2 s.25(1)

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100152293
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Economy, Money and tax, Public sector

Number of civil servants to monitor EU law making: FOI release

Copies of any correspondence (briefings, emails, memos, minutes of calls, letters and/or otherwise) between civil servants and/or Special Advisors that outline the projected number of civil servants that will be needed to monitor EU law making so the keeping pace law outlined in the UK Withdrawal from the European Unio...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.38 s.30 10 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202000115177
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Seminars regarding Getting It Right For Every Child (GIRFEC): FOI release

Information on regional leadership seminars relating to GIRFEC, specifically: The dates of the seminars, the participants and the presentations delivered Provisional dates of postponed seminars, intended participants and any changes to the seminar presentations.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 18 working days correspondence s.38(1)

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202000116631
Directorate: Children and Families Directorate
Topic: Children and families, Education, Public sector

COVID-19: Information regarding testing sites in Scotland: FOI release

Could you please provide the following information about all public Coronavirus testing sites in Scotland. Is the test site on local council owned land? Is the test site on privately owned land? If so then who is the registered owner of the land? Is a rent being paid and what is the amount of this to the land owner for...

FOI not held 65 score 20 working days correspondence 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100148861
Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Digital Technology Service (DPS) agency expenditure breakdown: FOI release

Request the information below in relation to the Scottish Government Digital Technology Services DPS [Lot 1 and 2]. 1. Breakdown of spend per agency [2019-2021]

FOI not held 70 score 9 working days correspondence contracts spending s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100159339
Directorate: Scottish Procurement and Property Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector

COVID-19: Evidence against stopping cross-border travel: FOI release

Evidence against stopping cross-border travel to prevent transmission of Covid-19 1. Could you please provide the evidence considered by UK governments, including the Scottish Government, used to determine that it was *not* necessary to stop international cross-border passenger travel, or implement quarantine measures?...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence s.3(2) s.28(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202000120344
Directorate
Topic: Coronavirus (COVID-19) and other respiratory infections in Scotland, Public sector

Details of Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment (BRIA) in relation to Restricting Food Promotions Bill: FOI release

(i) Details of the Business and Regulatory Impact Assessment (BRIA) developed in response to the Restricting Food Promotions Bill - this may include drafts & final copy of the BRIA; (ii) Details of correspondence (emails briefing papers) and meetings (dates, agendas, minutes) relating to this specific BRIA between: the...

FOI partially withheld 85 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings 6 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202000121217
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Justice meeting with stakeholders: FOI release

At the Justice Committee meeting on 02 Feb 2021 the Cabinet Secretary Humza Yousaf said he had met with stakeholders the previous Friday. https://www.parliament.scot/parliamentarybusiness/report.aspxr=13097&i=118558&c=2316152#ScotParlOR Could you please list these stakeholders and provide all records relating to matt...

FOI released 95 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100150253
Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Tarbolton Landfill Site: EIR release

1. Information contained in copies of correspondence (including emails), internal and external reports, notes of internal and external meetings, and other documentation held by the Scottish Government (SG) in relation to any investigations, risk assessments, remediation strategies, requests for remediation funding or o...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 39 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) s.10(5) 8 attachments

Published: 2021-03-25
Reference: FOI/202100133009
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Four nations meetings attended by the First Minister: FOI release

1) Any minutes, agendas, briefing notes, notes taken by attendees, from four nations meetings attended by the First Minister Nicola Sturgeon since January 1. 2) The location, time, date, and attendance list of each meeting, including special advisers and civil servants (anonymised if required).

FOI already published 80 score 16 working days correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.25 s.29(1) s.38 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-24
Reference: FOI/202100151001
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Programme for Government, Public sector

Sandyford and NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde correspondence: FOI release

Provide copies of all correspondence between the Scottish Government and Greater Glasgow and Clyde Health Board or Sandyford Gender Clinic since January 2020, that refers to puberty blockers or the High Court case of Tavistock v Bell.

FOI partially withheld 85 score 16 working days correspondence 2 attachments

Published: 2021-03-24
Reference: FOI/202100152313
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector