Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

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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Community Benefits from Onshore Renewable Energy Developments document costs: FOI release

The cost to produce: The Scottish Government Good Practice Principles for Community Benefits from Onshore Renewable Energy Developments And for this to be broken down as far as possible.

FOI unclear 75 score 16 working days correspondence spending 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-10
Reference
FOI/19/01047
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Meetings of Fergus Ewing and Food and Drink Federation Scotland: FOI release

Information from the Rural Economy department relating to several meetings held by Fergus Ewing and Kate Higgins with the Food and Drink Federation Scotland. The meetings in question were: 1. Meeting with Fergus Ewing in Scottish Parliament on 8 January 2019. 2. Meeting with Kate Higgins in the Walfdorf Astoria Edinbu...

FOI unclear 75 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-09
Reference
FOI/19/01023
Directorate
International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Climate Change Correspondence with Lauren Fabius: FOI release

1. (a) A copy of any correspondence from Laurent Fabius to the Scottish Government sent in June 2018. 2. (b) A copy of any correspondence from the Scottish Government to Laurent Fabius sent between April and June 2018.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-09
Reference
FOI/19/01024
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland A77 surveys various locations: EIR release

Copy of the data from the fresh survey work on the A77 road between Whitletts, Holmston and Bankfield? Or would I have to submit a Freedom of Information Request for this?” and Can you please provide a copy of the original speed survey which was carried out on the A77 road between Bogend Toll and Ardwell Bay in Ayrshi...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2019-05-09
Reference
FOI/19/00932
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Ushenish, South Uist marine fish farm development: EIR release

Copies of all papers / responses to external enquiries / internal correspondence from Marine Scotland Science relating to the development of a marine fish farm at Ushenish, South Uist at or around National Grid Reference NGR:NF86023620, specifically in respect of the potential implications that such a development would...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 40 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-09
Reference
FOI/19/00730
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Transport Scotland planned maintenance schedule M8 junction 31 to 19: EIR release

1. What the planned maintenance schedule is for this section of the M8 from Junction 31 to Junction 19 regarding the inspection clearance of waste and larger items from central reservations. 2. What the planned maintenance schedule is for this section of the M8 from Junction 31 to Junction 19 relating to the inspectio...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 38 working days over deadline correspondence contracts s.2 s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2019-05-09
Reference
FOI/19/00838
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde Queen Elizabeth University Hospital correspondence: FOI release

You asked for all correspondence between health secretary Jeane Freeman and the Chief Executive of NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde and/or any other board members in the last four months (between 5 December 2018, and 5 April 2019) pertaining to issues around the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital. In particular, I would...

FOI already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01008
Directorate
Chief Nursing Officer Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Education Scotland IT Internal Plans and Strategy: FOI release

Some of the organisation’s information around the internal plans and strategy documents for ICT. The ICT documents from 2019 onwards and the following documents: 1. ICT/IM&T/IS Strategy – The IT department strategy or plans, highlights their current and future objectives. 2. ICT Org Chart – A visual document that prese...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 11 working days correspondence contracts spending s.2 s.3 s.27(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01083
Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Transport Scotland Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff: FOI release

Under the Freedom of Information [Scotland] Act 2002 we formally request the information listed at [a] to [e] for staff provided under the expired Framework Agreement named Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services – Interim IT – National [Ref: SP-13-022] and [Ref: SP-13-023] awarded 28 April 2015. [a] Framewo...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence contracts s.38(1) s.34(1)
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01003 FOI/19/01009
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Transport Scotland Gifts and hospitality declarations: FOI release

Please confirm that Scottish Civil Servants are required to declare any gifts or hospitality that they receive. Please confirm that a record is kept of such declarations. Please provide a link to where the information can be examined.

FOI unclear 50 score 5 working days correspondence meetings
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01168
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Scottish Public Pensions Agency Provision of Temporary and Interim Staff Services: FOI release

We formally request the information listed at [a] to [e] for staff provided under the expired we formally request the information listed at [a] to [e] for staff provided under the expired Framework Agreement named at [f] [a] Framework Public Bodies Contracts Manager’s or Hiring Manager’s name; [b] Job Role; [c] Star...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence contracts s.38(1) s.34(1)
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FO/19/01040 FOI/19/01042
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Transport Scotland A737 Dalry by-pass and The Den realignment: EIR release

Regarding the A737, I would request under the terms of the Freedom of Information Act: The supplier of the concrete used in the A737 Dalry by-pass The origin of the concrete used in the A737 Dalry by-pass The supplier used in the A737 The Den realignment The origin of the concrete used in the A737 The Den realignment ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 18 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/00910
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Brexit correspondence with Chief Constable or senior police officers: FOI release

• all correspondence between Justice Secretary Humza Yousaf and Chief Constable lain Livingstone - or any other senior police officer - in the last six months (Oct 5 to April 5) pertaining to Brexit; • all correspondence between Nicola Sturgeon and Chief Constable lain Livingstone - or any other senior police officer -...

FOI cost limit 70 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending s.12 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01054
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Brexit, Public sector

Early Learning and Childcare Inclusion Fund applications: FOI release

The total number of a) successful applications and b) unsuccessful applications made to the Early Learning and Childcare Inclusion Fund. Further to the number of successful applications, please include details of the value of each award made, and local authority area of the successful applicant. The total value granted...

FOI unclear 75 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01000
Directorate
Early Learning and Childcare Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Education, Public sector

Grants to facilitate housing adaptions for disabled people: FOI release

How much have the Scottish Government invested in grants to social housing providers to facilitate housing adaptions (an adaption can be understood as a ramp, hand rail, flashing doorbell, downstairs bathroom and/or otherwise) for disabled people (inclusive of those with physical, learning and/or mental disabilities) i...

FOI not held 40 score 7 working days correspondence spending
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01133
Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Housing, Public sector

Recreational Huts and Building Standards: EIR release

1. What is the definition of a recreational hut in Scotland? 2. How much time are hutters officially allowed to spend at their huts? 3. What designation of land types can huts be built on? 4. What is the Scottish Government policy and current legislation with regards to Recreational Huts? 5. Is this policy and legi...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.3 s.5 s.4 s.10(4)
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/01020
Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Unannounced inspections of marine cage fish farms: EIR release

1. A copy of any legal opinion/advice Marine Scotland has received (or is aware or in possession of), in reference to Marine Scotland's(& Scottish Government) obligations under the aforementioned regulations to conduct unannounced inspections of Marine Cage Fish Farms (MCFF). This could include, but not be limited brie...

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 33 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.4 s.5 s.10(4) s.6 s.10(5) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-08
Reference
FOI/19/00881
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Scottish Government Reporter Register of Gifts and Hospitality: FOI release

Please provide records of all entries in the ʻRegister of Gifts and Hospitality receivedʼ or any similar recording vehicle for Mr Stephen Hall, Scottish Government Reporter within the past five years Please provide records of your Register of interests in companies and or equities held by Mr Stephen Hall in the past f...

FOI unclear 55 score 9 working days correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/01073 FOI/19/01074
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Public sector

Social Security Scotland security incidents and breaches: FOI release

1. The number and nature of IT security incidents (computers going offline, system crashes or otherwise) in regards to the new benefits system since September 2018. 2. Full details (and any relevant documents) on the number and nature of personal data/GDPR breaches at Social Security since September 2018, broken down ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 29 working days over deadline correspondence s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/00764
Directorate
Social Security Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Train service cancellations Suburban West Services: FOI release

The number of full and part train service cancellations affecting Suburban West Services in each of the past twelve months.

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/00971
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Agricultural subsidies Citizens Jury: FOI release

I understand that the Scottish Government recently held a Citizens Jury in relation to agricultural subsidies. Please can you confirm if that is correct and provide full details of the process, questions put to the citizens and outcomes.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 5 working days correspondence contracts s.27(1)
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/01112
Directorate
Topic

INEOS and Reach fracking case costs: FOI release

A breakdown of total costs incurred in its case against petrochemical firms Ineos and Reach over fracking, broken down by (a) internal staffing costs (b) costs of external legal advice (c) any other costs or fees.

FOI not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.17(1)
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/00986
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Langside Primary School Report: FOI release

You asked for the following information: I would like to request access to the above report (Langside Primary School, 1/1/13) under the freedom of information act. The report has now been removed from the school website and I can no longer access. Please advise by return when I should expect to be able to see this repo...

FOI unclear 75 score 4 working days correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/01157
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Need for an inquiry into offshore helicopter safety: FOI release

All the information related to Paul Wheelhouse’s discussions with the Oil and Gas Authority on whether there is a need for an inquiry into offshore helicopter safety. This should include any correspondence both written and electronic, as well as minutes from any meetings. All information related to Michael Matheson’s ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.30 s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-05-07
Reference
FOI/19/01007
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Public sector