Scottish Government FOI Index

21,792releases indexed

39,278attachments found

29.7avg calendar days

8,073partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-05-15newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,073 unclear 7,195 not held 3,052 released 1,533 already published 668 cost limit 605 clarification 348 withheld 241 transferred 77

Top Exemptions

s.38(1) 4905 s.20 4252 s.34(1) 3567 s.39(2) 3455 s.30 2866 s.17(1) 2763 s.25(1) 2372 s.10(4) 1971 s.11(2) 1559 s.29(1) 1168 s.2 1152 s.3 903

Timeline

2026-05 339 2026-04 312 2026-03 217 2026-02 589 2026-01 479 2025-12 177 2025-11 263 2025-10 217

Directorate Profiles

Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate 1,275 releases · 27.9 avg days Marine Directorate 961 releases · 29.6 avg days Energy and Climate Change Directorate 919 releases · 31.1 avg days Learning Directorate 859 releases · 34.4 avg days Economic Development Directorate 725 releases · 40.0 avg days Constitution Directorate 685 releases · 36.1 avg days Population Health Directorate 645 releases · 28.7 avg days People Directorate 631 releases · 25.8 avg days

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573 matching releases

Scottish Salmon Producers’ Organisation (SSPO) data collected: EIR release

Data referred to in the email dated 12 July 2019, as provided on page 5 of the SG response to FOI 19 02176. This refers to data collected by the Scottish Salmon Producers' Organisation (SSPO) as part of voluntary measures to manage the wild wrasse fishery for salmon farms. You also asked for any information or communic...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 85 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) 6 attachments

Published: 2020-03-04
Reference: FOI/202000018358
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Correspondence of meetings with Marine Biopolymers Ltd: EIR release

Details of all meetings Scottish Government Ministers and officials have attended with Marine Biopolymers Ltd, or their representatives, regarding proposals for Wild Seaweed Harvesting, including date, venue, attendees and meeting minutes and also provide copies of all correspondence between the Scottish Government and...

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 47 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) s.6 4 attachments

Published: 2020-02-25
Reference: FOI/18/02318
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Fishing vessel sightings concerning Scotttish waters 2011-2015: EIR release

You asked for: I am looking for fishing vessel sightings data for 2011-2015 for the UK EEZ. Are you able to point me to where I can download this data or able to provide it please?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 4 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2020-02-24
Reference: FOI/202000016609
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Salmon Ova imports data: EIR release

Ova import data since the last import detailed in the information disclosed today via FOI/18/01553 (i.e. data since 8 June 2018) including data on Scottish Sea Farms. Ova import data for 2016 (as previously requested and disclosed except for Scottish Sea Farms via FOI/18/02912). Information in relation to discussions r...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 44 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 8 attachments

Published: 2020-02-17
Reference: FOI/19/02663
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Financial Support paid to Scottish fish farming industry: EIR release

Details of financial support by way of (i) grants and (ii) loans, paid to the Scottish fish farming industry by the Scottish Government or its agencies for 2018 and 2019, broken down by operator.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2020-01-29
Reference: FOI/20/00017
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Sea lice level related questions of fish farm site Burwick: EIR release

You requested some specific information with respect to the subject area of ‘sea lice levels’ in relation to the fish farm site West of Burwick (FS0937) operated by Grieg Seafood Shetland Ltd (FB0440) with respect to 2019. Specifically you are seeking information and answers to the following questions regarding operati...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 24 working days over deadline correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.4 s.11(2) s.34(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2020-01-20
Reference: FOI/19/02667
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

West Coast Salmon Smolt Tracking Project correspondence: EIR review

Please provide any and all correspondence, no matter how related, email (or any other electronic means), telephone records and letters sent and received by Marine Scotland in relation to a project titled "West Coast Salmon Smolt Tracking Project" being undertaken by the Atlantic Salmon Trust. Additionally please provi...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 42 working days over deadline correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2019-12-30
Reference: FOI/19/02451
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project: EIR release

“Please find our WD Letter dated 21 November 2019 where we make a FOI-Request for Information concerning Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project, under the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004.”

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence s.20 s.6(1) s.11(2) s.10(4) s.34(1)

Published: 2019-12-19
Reference: FOI/19/02068
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Information, Gill Health, Sea Lice and Cleaner Fish sub group prioritises: EIR release

You asked for a copy of the work plan discussed in the Information, Gill Health, Sea Lice and Cleaner Fish sub group Terms of Reference of 23 November 2018, and any information relating to that work plan.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2019-12-03
Reference: FOI/19/02494
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project correspondence: EIR release

"a REVISED FOI-Request for Information concerning Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project, under the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004.”

FOI/EIR released 75 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1)

Published: 2019-11-21
Reference: FOI/19/02315
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Aberdeen Harbour minutes and correspondence: EIR release

You asked for “I wish to recieve the following information with regards to the Aberdeen Harbours dealings with Marine Scotland: 1) copies of minutes of meetings held between Abredeen Harbour Board and Marine Scotland between March 2018 and September 2019. 2) copies of emails or other written correspondence between Ab...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 32 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1)

Published: 2019-11-05
Reference: FOI/19/02158
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Marine Harvest application - Clauchlands shore on Arran: EIR release

You asked for “As a local resident on Arran I am writing to explore whether you retain documentation concerning this planning application which was submitted by Marine Harvest back in 2008. This was at a time when local authorities in Scotland were not involved with the planning process relating to marine aquaculture i...

FOI/EIR transferred 80 score correspondence s.1 s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-10-02
Reference: FOI/19/02077
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Peel Ports applications submitted to Marine Scotland: EIR release

You asked for “All mainland and marine license applications submitted by Peel Ports to Marine Scotland - Licensing Operations Team, for all projects, from the time Peel Ports took possession of the Hunterston site.” I requested clarification “In order to identify and locate the information that you have asked for we n...

FOI/EIR clarification 55 score 17 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2)

Published: 2019-09-24
Reference: FOI/19/02052
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Data collected for 2018 Scottish Salmon Farm Survey: EIR release

You asked for the following information, with reference to the data collected for the 2018 Scottish Salmon Farm Survey : A list of all sea water salmon farms that completed and returned forms for the survey year 2018 (forms for Atlantic salmon - smolt data and Atlantic salmon – production data only). Please provide co...

FOI/EIR withheld 80 score 13 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-09-19
Reference: FOI/19/02053
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Various documents and correspondence between Marine Scotland and Envirocentre: EIR release

You asked for:- “a. Letter 024 attached to the email of 1.3.19 from EnviroCentre to MS-LOT b. The "Assessment" referred to in the 1st para of the email of 19.7.19 from Marine Scotland to Envirocentre, which was to be submitted by 16.8.19 c.The applicants' response to the request from MS in their email of 19.7.19 for...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 10 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-09-17
Reference: FOI/19/02061
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Licences granted to stock non-native species into inland waters: EIR release

You asked for all information or licences granted to stock non-native species into inland waters over the past 5 years.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 9 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-09-13
Reference: FOI/19/02103
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Further information requested from FoI/19/01324: EIR review

I have now completed my review of our response to your request under the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004 (EIRs) for information regarding enforcement outcomes in MPAs. I have concluded that the original decision should be confirmed, with modifications. You originally requested information on: “...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 15 working days correspondence s.20 s.2 s.11(2) s.34(1) s.3 2 attachments

Published: 2019-09-11
Reference: FOI/19/01749 Review
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Marine Scotland - Wild salmonid locational guidance and information: EIR release

You asked for the following information – Copies of powerpoint presentations presented to you by Marine Scotland Science staff on the 18th April 2019. All reports on the constraints and opportunities project sent to or presented by MSS to the Scottish Government’s aquaculture technical working group, and by MSS to the...

FOI/EIR clarification 55 score 40 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.4 s.11(2) s.34(1)

Published: 2019-08-02
Reference: FOI/19/01408
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Trial of Benchmark’s Clean Treat system: EIR release

Further to the Cabinet Secretary’s comments in the Scottish Parliament just now (online via https://www.scottishparliament.tv/), please provide information on Benchmark’s CleanTreat system. Fergus Ewing (in reply to Tavish Scott MSP) referred to Scottish agencies discussing a trial in Scotland. Please include any ema...

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

Published: 2019-07-05
Reference: FOI/19/01398
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Testing for Piscine Reovirus (PRV)/Heart & Skeletal Muscle Inflammation (HSMI): EIR review

I have now completed my review of our response to your request under the Environmental Information (Scotland) Regulations 2004 (EIRs) in which you asked for information on Piscine Reovirus (PRV) and Heart & Skeletal Muscle Inflammation (HSMI) since 1 January 2018, to include: Data on sampling and testing for Piscine R...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.10(4)

Published: 2019-07-05
Reference: FoI/19/00882
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Infringements of Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) fisheries management rules: EIR release

The number of incidents reported to Marine Scotland of suspected or actual infringements of MPA fisheries management rules (hereafter ‘incidents’) since 16 August 2015 until present day. The number of reported incidents subsequently investigated by Marine Scotland which led to an enforcement action, and a breakdown of ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-06-26
Reference: FOI/19/01324
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Management of fishing within Small Isles Marine Protected Area (MPA): EIR release

All correspondence, dates & minutes of meetings between SG, Ministers, members or representatives of the fishing industry which have included discussion of Small Isles MPA or the management of fishing within it, between January 2015 & present day.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.6(1) 8 attachments

Published: 2019-06-07
Reference: FOI/19/01218
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Testing for Piscine Reovirus (PRV)/Heart & Skeletal Muscle Inflammation (HSMI): EIR release

You asked for information on Piscine Reovirus (PRV) and Heart & Skeletal Muscle Inflammation (HSMI) since 1 January 2018, to include: Data on sampling and testing for Piscine Reovirus (PRV) and Heart & Skeletal Muscle Inflammation (HSMI) in farmed salmon, seawater and processing plant effluent (and any other sampling ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 52 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-06-04
Reference: FOI/19/00882
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project at Nigg Bay marine licence 05965/16/0: EIR Review

You asked for: 1. “Copies of any and all revisions to Marine Licence - Construction 05965/16/0 issued on 4 November 2016 including any revisions issued after 15 August 2018 by Marine Scotland (MS-LOT) in relation to blasting and/or drilling issued to Aberdeen Harbour Board for the Aberdeen Harbour Expansion Project at...

FOI/EIR unclear 80 score 18 working days correspondence briefings s.20 s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2019-05-31
Reference: FOI/19/01004 Review
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Business, industry and innovation, Environment and climate change, Marine and fisheries, +1 more … Public sector

Marine Scotland Aquaculture staff declared interests in Salmon Farming Industry: FOI review

Concerning Marine Scotland Aquaculture staff declared interests in relation to the Salmon Farming industry in Scotland:- "Interests" in this case shall be determined as business and pecuniary interests of the individual, which may arise directly from themselves, but also an immediate family member, such as spouse, par...

FOI/EIR unclear 55 score 9 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.21(4) s.1

Published: 2019-05-30
Reference: FOI/19/01207 Review
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector