Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

22,681releases indexed
40,568attachments found
29.5avg calendar days
8,409partially withheld
2016-06-13oldest in sample
2026-10-20newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,409 unclear 7,407 not held 3,246 released 1,586 already published 704 cost limit 627 clarification 372 withheld 249 transferred 81

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 5159 s.20 4437 s.34(1) 3736 s.39(2) 3598 s.30 3004 s.17(1) 2932 s.25(1) 2526 s.10(4) 2064 s.11(2) 1623 s.29(1) 1230 s.2 1230 s.3 961

Timeline

2026-10 34 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 1,316 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 979 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 964 releases · 30.9 avg days Learning Directorate 871 releases · 34.3 avg days Economic Development Directorate 737 releases · 39.7 avg days Constitution Directorate 703 releases · 35.9 avg days Population Health Directorate 667 releases · 28.5 avg days People Directorate 657 releases · 25.6 avg days
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22,681 matching releases

Revised Elgin dualling proposals: EIR release

On 28th of February, during a local presentation of the revised Elgin dualing proposals, I asked SWECO consultants, who are your agents, to explain their changes to the northern and southern routes. For over an hour I tried to elicit concise answers with little success. I assume, as I never received straight answers, t...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Sexual Offence convictions at Ayr Sheriff Court: FOI release

1. How many people at Ayr Sheriff Court have been convicted of a sex crime in the last three years? 2. What were the nature of these crimes? 3. What were the sentences given? 4. How many have been given a CPO? 5. How many have been given a custodial sentence?

FOI unclear 75 score correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector

Maintenance policy for M77 with inspections reports: EIR release

'I am writing to request information under the Freedom of Information Act relating to a road your authority is responsible for maintaining. Specifically, my query relates to the M77 GWO DBFO Scheme as stated in your reply, specific location provided below. Please can you send me: 1. A copy of your current road maint...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.1 4 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Pension Liabilities following Integration of British Transport Police: FOI release

A copy of any advice obtained by the Scottish Government on the pension liabilities associated with the integration of British Transport Police into Police Scotland.

FOI released 95 score correspondence 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Law and order, Public sector, Transport

Costs of International Council of Education Advisers (ICEA): FOI release

1. What is the cost to the taxpayer of the International Education panel from inception through Jan 31st 2018? Including fees travel entertainment? 2. How many civil servants are assigned to support this initiative and the cost over the same period? 3. What reports have been published and have any recommendations bee...

FOI unclear 55 score correspondence ministers meetings contracts spending s.17(1) s.25(1)
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Correspondence on s.124 of Licensing (Scotland) Act 2005 :FOI release

I would be grateful for copies of any correspondence and minutes of meetings or telephone calls Transport Scotland has had with: Aberdeen Airport, Edinburgh Airport, Glasgow Airport, Glasgow Prestwick Airport, Inverness Airport, Sumburgh Airport, Police Scotland, Aberdeen City, City of Edinburgh Council, Renfrewshire ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings s.30 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Headteacher survey results in 2016 and 2017: FOI release

You asked for the full set of results of the two headteacher surveys conducted in Autumn 2016 and Autumn 2017.

FOI released 100 score correspondence s.25(1) 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Surveillance Camera Commissioner: FOI release

Copies of all correspondence, meeting minutes, notes and presentations involving the Surveillance Camera Commissioner, Tony Porter, or officials linked to his office.

FOI released 95 score correspondence meetings 38 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Safer Communities Directorate
Topic
Communities and third sector, Public sector

Evaluation of the Attainment Scotland Fund: FOI release

A copy of all the data collected for the evaluation of the Attainment Scotland Fund.

FOI already published 80 score correspondence contracts spending s.3 s.7 s.25(1) s.4 s.38(1) s.6 38 attachments
Published
2018-04-27
Reference
Directorate
Learning Directorate
Topic
Education, Public sector

Transport Scotland data on Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route: EIR release

How many accidents related to the construction of the Aberdeen Western Peripheral Route have been reported to Transport Scotland? Please provide a list of incident. How many of these accidents reported to Transport Scotland have resulted in injury or death? Please provide a list of incidents. As reported to Transport...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.16 s.10(5)
Published
2018-04-26
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Fife Council's application for Scotland City Region Deal: FOI Review

Communication between Fife Council and the Scottish Government relating to Fife Council's application for the Edinburgh & SE Scotland City Region Deal and the Tay Cities Deal.

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence s.30 s.33 s.25(1) s.38(1) 12 attachments
Published
2018-04-26
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Aberdeen Private Rented Sector 2012 to 2017: FOI release

The total number of landlords and properties registered with Aberdeen City Council in the Private Rented Sector at 31st December on each year, from 2012 to 2017.

FOI unclear 50 score correspondence
Published
2018-04-26
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

The upkeep and condition of Bute House: FOI release

Details all communication the Scottish Government has had regarding the upkeep and condition of Bute House, the First Minister's official residence, over the past three years. This may include copies of emails and other correspondence with Historic Environment Scotland the National Trust, as well as any building report...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence ministers meetings spending s.39(1) 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-25
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Small Business Bonus Scheme: FOI release

Details of any analysis or briefings in 2017 or 2018 by civil servants on the impact and value-for-money of the Small Business Bonus.

FOI unclear 75 score correspondence briefings 6 attachments
Published
2018-04-25
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Correspondence relating to the handling of an FOI: FOI release

Under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, I would like to request the following information: All correspondence regarding FOI/18/00444 within the Scottish Government. Information should include: correspondence (emails, typed or handwritten notes, letters, phone calls, minutes of meetings, briefs or otherwi...

FOI partially withheld 90 score correspondence special advisers meetings s.25(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2018-04-25
Reference
Directorate
Children and Families Directorate
Topic
Children and families, Public sector

Direct investment into Scotland, 2014 to 2017: FOI release

A breakdown of how much foreign direct investment into Scotland in each of the last three years has come from: the UK, the EU, and foreign countries.

FOI unclear 50 score correspondence
Published
2018-04-25
Reference
Directorate
International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Export Statistics Scotland: FOI release

You asked for Correspondence (emails, Yammer messages, typed or handwritten notes, letters, phone calls, minutes of meetings or otherwise) between SG ministers or special advisers and civil servants regarding the Exports Statistics Scotland publication prior to its public release.

FOI released 95 score correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings 16 attachments
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Chief Economist Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Public Sector Pay Policy 2018 to 2019: FOI release

The correspondence between the Scottish Government and trade unions on the public sector pay policy 2018-19.

FOI released 100 score correspondence briefings spending s.25(1) 8 attachments
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

First Minister's accommodation during Bute House essential maintenance: FOI release

(A) Please provide details of the First Minister's accommodation after she moved out of Bute House due to essential maintenance. Please provide all communications (emails, memos etc) discussing the subject and also list (to the date of the FoI response): 1. The accommodation (eg hotel) where she has been accommodated ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers spending s.39(1)
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Number of public relations, media and press officers: FOI release

1. The number of public relations, media and press officers/staff employed by the Scottish Government. This should only include civil servants, and not special advisers or political spokesmen/women. 2. The amount of money the Scottish Government has spent paying the salary of these staff in the last three years. 2a. ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score correspondence special advisers spending s.2A s.2 s.38(1)
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Public sector

Number of applications received for a recent recruitment: FOI release

Can you advise the total number of applications received, how many applicants have been selected for interview and the number of the interviewees who are already employed within the Scottish Government (excluding those from COPFS). In addition, please advise how many applications were received from COPFS staff and the ...

FOI unclear 50 score correspondence
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Public sector

Loans and grants provided to Scottish Enterprise board: FOI release

Details of any loans, grants or investments provided by the Scottish Government or Scottish Enterprise in the last 12 months to members of Scottish Enterprise board, either directly to the individual, or indirectly through a business in which they are a director or principal shareholder.

FOI unclear 55 score correspondence s.25(1)
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, Public sector

Flood Prevention Schemes submitted for approval: EIR release

'Please provide information on how many Flood Prevention Schemes have been submitted to you for approval since the enactment of the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009, where it is the Local Authorities intention to implement the scheme through private land holdings without consent and there are unresolved object...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Total amount spent on 'Fit For Work Scotland': FOI release

The following information pertaining to the Health Improvement Division, Directorate for Population Health in Scottish Government: Fit for Work Scotland (FFWS) service: 1. Can you provide me with the total amount spent on this service from development (inception) (approx. 2014) through to the present day by the Scott...

FOI unclear 55 score correspondence s.17(1)
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Population Health Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

A77: Defects inspections and repair programme: EIR release

Can you provide copies of inspections since Christmas, what defects were noted and associated repair programme for these (for both the A77 and the DBFO company). Who oversees the governance of this and ensure the correct action being taken.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.2 s.3 10 attachments
Published
2018-04-24
Reference
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport