Scottish Government FOI Index

21,864releases indexed

39,478attachments found

29.7avg calendar days

8,113partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-06-12newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,113 unclear 7,200 not held 3,069 released 1,537 already published 671 cost limit 607 clarification 349 withheld 241 transferred 77

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 4931 s.20 4280 s.34(1) 3589 s.39(2) 3481 s.30 2878 s.17(1) 2774 s.25(1) 2381 s.10(4) 1987 s.11(2) 1571 s.29(1) 1175 s.2 1158 s.3 908

Timeline

2026-06 1 2026-05 410 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,279 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 967 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 923 releases · 31.0 avg days Learning Directorate 861 releases · 34.4 avg days Economic Development Directorate 729 releases · 39.9 avg days Constitution Directorate 685 releases · 36.1 avg days Population Health Directorate 645 releases · 28.7 avg days People Directorate 633 releases · 25.8 avg days

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7,795 matching releases

Scottish Government and COSLA funding agreement to protect teacher numbers: FOI release

Information regarding the government's proposed agreement with COSLA regarding the £145.5 million in funding meant to protect teacher numbers. For context, this is the proposed agreement that is a continuation of the one referenced here in a previous FOI release which was in place for previous years. The difference thi...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 35 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-12-03
Reference: FOI/202400434260
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Reasons specified individuals were granted a Scottish Government security pass: FOI release

The reason that the following individuals have been granted a Scottish Government pass: an individual seconded from Burness Paul LLP to the Directorate for Energy and Climate Change for the Energy Industries division and business area two individuals seconded from Burness Paul LLP to the Directorate for Energy and Cli...

FOI unclear 50 score 10 working days correspondence ministers meetings

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400438773
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Productivity Investigations in NHS Scotland: FOI release

1. Since 2021, what investigations have the Scottish Government undertaken in which the primary subject matter was productivity in NHS Scotland? 2. From 8 February 2024 to present, copies of all communication chains to and from the Cabinet Secretary for Health wherein the Cabinet Secretary for Health mentioned the ter...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers s.27(2) s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400436892
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Correspondence relating to free school meals discussions: FOI release

Briefings written, analysis written for or by the Scottish Government, all correspondence received and sent by the government, including internally, minutes/notes from meetings, regarding universal free meals for all primary school children, between September 1 2024 and September 30 2024.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400437080
Directorate: Learning Directorate
Topic: Education, Public sector

Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic declined requests for comment: FOI release

1. From 1 January 2023 to present, copies of all reports which the Cabinet Secretary for Economy and Gaelic had discretion over publication, was given the option of publication, and declined to publish. a. Along with this, please provide communications relating to this decline to publish. 2. From 1 January 2023 to pr...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400437559
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Direction to local authorities regarding Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009: EIR release

“I am looking to establish whether the Scottish Ministers have made a direction to local authorities which sets the date by which maps of bodies of water must be prepared under Section 17 of the Flood Risk Management (Scotland) Act 2009. Section 17(2)(a) of that Act states that: (2) Each map must— (a) be prepared by ...

FOI/EIR unclear 55 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.17 s.17(2)

Published: 2024-11-28
Reference: FOI/202400437069
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Correspondence relating to Planned Care Funding: FOI release

Please provide all correspondence sent by senior civil servants/NHS Scotland officials and health boards regarding the £300m announced to reduce waiting times. Please could you provide the original timescale for how the £300m is to be distributed in the current year, 2024-25, 25-26 and 26-27, as well as any subsequent...

FOI not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers contracts s.33(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400436686
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Briefing provided to First Minister, Deputy First Minister and Housing Minister regarding offshore wind: EIR release

1. All correspondence between Stephen Flynn and Scottish Ministers (and anyone in their offices) or Special Advisers between 3 October 2024 and the present date inclusive. This correspondence should include WhatsApps, instant messages, phone calls, emails, meetings (either in person or on zoom/teams). 2. Any briefing ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers special advisers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.33 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400435367
Directorate: Business and Better Regulation Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Scottish Ministers meetings with Babcock International Group: FOI release

The number of times that Scottish Ministers have met with representatives of Babcock International Ltd since in May 2021.

FOI unclear 55 score 11 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.25(1)

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400438220
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Work and skills

Attendance of Scottish Government Officials at HMS Formidable Steel Cutting Ceremony: FOI release

1. Specifically, were any Scottish Government officials invited to attend the recent steel cutting ceremony for the new frigate HMS Formidable at Rosyth? If any officials were invited and declined to attend, could you provide the reasons for their refusal? 2. If any refusals occurred - copies of any emails or correspo...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers s.38(1) s.34(1) s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400437077
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Economy, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Diversion of A75 traffic statement by Amey South West: EIR release

All information held by Transport Scotland that supports the closure of the A75 during roadworks and the diversion of trunk road traffic onto local roads with particular reference to the acceptance of the following statement by Amey South West. The safety of our workforce, the site, and the travelling public is of utm...

FOI/EIR unclear 75 score 10 working days correspondence ministers contracts 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400438958
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Correspondence relating to Winter Fuel Payment discussions: FOI release

1. All correspondence between the Scottish Government and the UK Government regarding the winter fuel payment since 1st of August 2024 2. All correspondence between the First Minister and the Prime Minister regarding the winter fuel payment since 1st of August 2024 3. All correspondence between the Cabinet Secretary ...

FOI cost limit 70 score 14 working days correspondence ministers spending s.12 s.3(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-27
Reference: FOI/202400438073
Directorate: Social Security Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Appointment of CalMac Board members: FOI release

"Sight of all documents containing advice regards these appointments , as sent to you or to CALMAC and between your offices and from your officials; to include all submissions to you about the appointment; the skills which were sought amongst applicants; the matrix or weighting to be applied to each; and whether specif...

FOI not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.38 s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-26
Reference: FOI/202400427140
Directorate: People Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Correspondence with specific tobacco companies: FOI release

Please provide copies of all correspondence to and from Scottish ministers and relevant officials and representatives of the following companies between 1st April 2024 and to date: Philip Morris British American Tobacco Imperial Tobacco Japan Tobacco International

FOI released 95 score 19 working days correspondence ministers 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-26
Reference: FOI/202400425499
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Winter Preparedness Plan Drafting Process: FOI release

1. What personnel were involved in the drafting of the Winter Preparedness Plan 2024-25? 2. What was the timeline for the drafting of the Winter Preparedness Plan 2024-25? 3. What stakeholders did the Scottish Government consult with in the process of drawing up this plan? 4. Copies of all communications to and from...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.1 s.2 s.3 s.4 s.38(1) s.30 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436893
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Independence referendum speeches prepared for former First Minister: FOI release

Please provide any communication, drafts and information relating to speeches prepared for former FM Alex Salmond for the outcome of the independence referendum in 2014. Please include information on potential speeches prepared for the outcome of independence.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436354
Directorate: Constitution Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Minister for Equalities meeting with Glasgow City Parents: FOI release

“On the 16/5/24, Minister for Equalities Kaukab Stewart met Glasgow City Parents. I’d like to ask for the minutes from that meeting, how long the meeting lasted and who attended.”

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.3 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436605
Directorate
Topic

Funding provided to Rape Crisis Scotland: FOI release

(1) Has the Scottish Government reconsidered the funding they provide to Rape Crisis Scotland since: (a). The outcome of the report into Edinburgh Rape Crisis Centre? (b). The breakaway of Glasgow and Clyde Rape Crisis from Rape Crisis Scotland? (2) Can you share any correspondence between Ministers and/or Rape Cris...

FOI unclear 50 score 6 working days correspondence ministers

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400438252
Directorate: Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic: Equality and rights, Public sector

Scottish Government modelling for the elective care waiting list: FOI release

Modelling held by the Scottish Government that covers the size of the elective care waiting list in the current and future years. Please include any relevant ministerial briefings, in full, that cover this topic. I am interested in information covering any combination of inpatient, outpatient and day case activity. I ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.27(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400436621
Directorate: Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Redactions in WhatsAPP/text message documents: FOI Appeal

1. Please add to the released document all the "out of scope" redactions as the overall information is impossible to digest without their inclusion (86 out of scope redactions in 106 pages) 2. There are about 900 redacted text sections in the 106 pages released. It is unclear how many words, sentences, etc have been u...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 114 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings whatsapp s.29(1) s.30 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-25
Reference: FOI/202400410703 - Appeal
Directorate: Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic: Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Transport Scotland and the Ardrossan Harbour Task Force correspondence: FOI release

The dates of all meetings and calls between Transport Scotland (Ministers and officials) and each of the Ardrossan Harbour Task Force members (named below) since the 15th August 2023 (the date the procurement exercise was paused). The Task Force members being: North Ayrshire Council Calmac CMAL Peel Ports Isle of Arr...

FOI unclear 80 score 16 working days correspondence ministers meetings contracts s.25(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-21
Reference: FOI/202400436817
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Health Secretary briefings on Accident & Emergency performance and Investment: FOI release

1. All briefings and documentation provided to the Cabinet Secretary for Health, from 8 February 2024 to present, regarding: a. A&E performance b. Investment into NHS capital projects c. The investment freeze announced earlier this year d. Assessments of the current state of care services 2. All communications to and...

FOI already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.30 s.38(1) s.25(1) s.29(1) s.17(1) s.34(1) s.25 s.29 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-21
Reference: FOI/202400436087
Directorate: Health and Social Care Finance Directorate
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

Scottish Government legal costs incurred: FOI release

I am writing to ask if you can please provide me with full details of the costs incurred by the Scottish Government to date in respect of legal costs for the following: In referring to costs I mean the costs paid out to third party solicitors and the Advocates, but also of any in house legal costs - an estimate of the...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending s.2 s.30 s.17(1)

Published: 2024-11-21
Reference: FOI/202400434474
Directorate: Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Return of funds taken as part of the Emergency Budget Review: EIR release

All correspondence that relates to the return of the £15 million, that was initially taken as part of the Emergency Budget Review, to the agriculture budget in 2024-25.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 33 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-11-21
Reference: EIR/202400433560
Directorate: Agriculture and Rural Economy Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Public sector

First Minister's statement to the Scottish Parliament’s Conveners Group: FOI release

Appearing before the Scottish Parliament’s Conveners Group on 18th September 2024, John Swinney made the following statement: “So essentially the value of the budget has been eroded over a 3-year period by 18%.” Please provide the following: (1.) Any information held by the Scottish Government which substantiates Jo...

FOI unclear 50 score 20 working days correspondence ministers spending

Published: 2024-11-21
Reference: FOI/202400436104
Directorate: Financial Management Directorate
Topic: Money and tax, Public sector