Transparency index

Scottish Government FOI releases

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

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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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M80 slip road safey concern: EIR release

You asked ‘On my commute home this evening there was yet another collision on the overhead part of the Hornshill Junction of the M80. There have been a large number of accidents at the same part of this overhead roundabout which have included fatalities. Given test these are happening between the M80 off ramp and the r...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 34 working days over deadline correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2019-12-16
Reference
FOI/19/02437
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Accidents caused by wildlife on the M9: EIR release

You asked “Please provide copies of data/information documenting the number of near misses or accidents caused by or attributed to the presence of deer or other wildlife on the M9 between the Stirling Motorway Services and its junction with the M876, providing details of the date, time and location of each reported in...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)
Published
2019-12-16
Reference
FOI/19/02536
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

M8, Junction 15 maintenance by Scotland Transerv: EIR release

You asked: “ 1. From what date specifically have Scotland TranServe been acting on Transport Scotlands' behalf with regards to the safety checks & 'making safe' the M8? 2. How frequently are Scotland TranServ required to undertake safety regulations of the M8? 3. How many times have they failed to meet their obligat...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 22 working days over deadline correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.7 2 attachments
Published
2019-12-11
Reference
FOI/19/02492
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public safety and emergencies, Public sector, +1 more … Transport

Information concerning the Mainshill coal site in South Lanarkshire: EIR release

The question you asked: Can you supply me with all information you hold regarding Mainshill opencast coal site in South Lanarkshire?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11 s.11(2) s.10(3) s.11(1) s.38 12 attachments
Published
2019-12-03
Reference
FOI/19/02462
Directorate
Topic
Energy, 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

Prior and currently considered bridge crossing at River Don on the Violet Route: EIR release

You asked for: “Please provide the following information whether data is held by Transport Scotland, its affiliates, contractors or their subcontractors. For any prior (ie before October 2019) considered bridge crossings over the River Don on the Violet Route (FOI/19/02395) For the currently (October 2019) considere...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.13 s.4 4 attachments
Published
2019-12-03
Reference
FOI/19/02395, FOI/19/02396
Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector, Transport

Prior and currently considered bridge crossing at River Don on the Orange Route: EIR release

You asked for: “Please provide the following information whether data is held by Transport Scotland, its affiliates, contractors or their subcontractors. For any prior (ie before October 2019) considered bridge crossings over the River Don on the Orange Route (FOI/19/02397) For the currently (October 2019) considere...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.13 s.4 4 attachments
Published
2019-12-03
Reference
FOI/19/02397, FOI/19/02398
Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector, Transport

Various questions relating to the A9 between Gleneagles and Aberuthven: EIR release

You asked for “1. Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing all reports of road surface defects on the A9, Auchterarder between A824 and Main Road A824 junctions from February 2019 to June 2019. 2. Information including sight of any written or electronic communication detailing ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 8 attachments
Published
2019-12-03
Reference
FOI/19/02469
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Correspondence between the Housing Minister, the Housing Minister's staff and Gladmans: EIR release

“…correspondence between the housing minister & his staff and a land agent called Gladman regarding a planning appeal for housing in Strathblane that is currently being considered.” I clarified your request, and ascertained that the case referred to was PPA-390-2060-1, and that you would like records of correspondence...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 15 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 8 attachments
Published
2019-12-02
Reference
FOI/19/02449
Directorate
Legal Services (Solicitor to the Scottish Government)
Topic
Building, planning and design, Environment and climate change, Housing, +1 more … Public sector

Borders Railway reinstatement and reduction questions: EIR release

You asked for Borders Railway – Original Construction A. Project Approval of Reinstatement. Please indicate: The date upon which the reinstatement was approved The body which approved the reinstatement The cost upon which approval was granted, and the basis of its preparation and by whom, including reference (i.e. d...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence ministers spending s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2019-12-02
Reference
FOI/19/02391
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Roadworks on the A725: EIR release

You asked: 'We are currently investigating a collision on A275 North, Whittlebury Junction. We have been advised by Transerv that you will have records of the Traffic Management involved. We require a list of jobs completed on this section of road 48 hours prior to the incident dated above.’ You clarified on 4 Novembe...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 39 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2019-12-02
Reference
FOI/19/02308
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Carbon management and reduction targets: EIR release

Please can you provide the following data for each of the past 3 years. What targets have Transport Scotland set for itself in terms of carbon reduction in its use of transport, broken down by mode of transport. Have these targets been met, broken down by mode of transport. What are your future targets. What plans hav...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.10(4) s.11(2) 6 attachments
Published
2019-11-26
Reference
FOI/19/02409
Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

8 questions regarding M9, specifically between Junctions 2 and 5: EIR release

"Accident - 27/07/2019, //Request for Information Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002. We refer to the above and would be grateful if you would provide us with information pertaining to the M9 motorway, particularly between junctions 2 and 5. Please provide us with the following information: Confirmation of wha...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) 8 attachments
Published
2019-11-26
Reference
FOI/19/02404
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

A702/A703 Junction and Old Pentland Road vehicle accidents: EIR release

You asked for "some further information regarding the process so far: Richard Perry mentions personal injuries in the attached letter. Are you able to clarify the number of instances, severity and type of road user affected? When conducting their review of the junction, did Amey consult with other bodies with special...

FOI/EIR clarification 55 score 27 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.3
Published
2019-11-21
Reference
FOI/19/02314
Directorate
Topic
Public safety and emergencies, Public sector, Transport

A737 Dalry Bypass contractors, subcontractors, suppliers and consultants: EIR release

Under the Freedom of information act 2000 please can you send me an up to date list of all contractors, sub-contractors and suppliers that have been working on the construction of “A737 Dalry Bypass“; Scheme comprises single carriageway road with an approximately length of 3.5KM/4KM, includes roundabouts at north and s...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 7 working days correspondence ministers contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2019-11-21
Reference
FOI/19/02490
Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector, Transport

7 questions relating to an accident on A76: EIR release

We require information in relation to the following; Please confirm that the road between Kirkconnel and New Cumnock A76 as shown on the attached map is the responsibility of Transport Scotland. Please provide copies of all gritting records on the day of the accident and three days prior. Please provide all weather fo...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 52 working days over deadline correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.34(1) 8 attachments
Published
2019-11-20
Reference
FOI/19/02063
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

A96 Dualling East of Huntly to Aberdeen Scheme: EIR release

“Please could you supply me with all and any communications of any kind including but not limited to email, letters, reports, etc., between Transport Scotland, their contractors and subcontractors and Aberdeenshire Council from August 2018 to October 2019 relating to the Orange, Violet and Online options of the propose...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence meetings contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 6 attachments
Published
2019-11-20
Reference
FOI/19/02352
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Carlisle Road, Lanark - ownership and maintanence: EIR release

You asked for: i. "Please confirm that ownership of the subjects at Carlisle Road, Lesmahagow, Lanark is held by Scottish Ministers, as per the enclosed Title Sheet and Plan ii. Please confirm whether or not there is a duty to inspect the area at Carlisle Road. iii. Please confirm how often the inspections are under...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.11 s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-15
Reference
FOI/19/02250
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Developers appealed planning decisions with local council questions: EIR release

1. How many times have developers appealed planning decisions by local councils to the Scottish Government, since 1999? Please break down your response by council area, and calendar year. 2. How many times, again broken down by council area and by year, has the Scottish Government ruled in favour of developers appeali...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 28 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-15
Reference
FOI/19/02196
Directorate
Constitution Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector

Sections of A82 - maintenance reports: EIR release

"Information on the maintenance of the A82 north stretch between Invergarry and Fort Augustus." Further information was received from you – "information between invergarry petrol station and the canal swing bridge north of invergarry."

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 9 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-15
Reference
FOI/19/02458
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Traffic movements at various bridge locations: EIR release

You asked for ‘Data on the average number of daily, weekly, monthly or yearly traffic movements at the following locations in each of the last five years: The A87 Skye Bridge The A9 Dornoch Bridge The A9 Cromarty Bridge The A9 Kessock Bridge Data on the average number of daily, weekly or monthly traffic movements on...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 8 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-13
Reference
FOI/19/02435
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Closures, temporary traffic control and diversions on A75: EIR release

“Could I have details of any road closures, temporary traffic control and diversions (maps would be useful, alternative roads used if maps are not available) on the A75 in the last seven days (including today)”.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 16 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 4 attachments
Published
2019-11-12
Reference
FOI/19/02348
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

M74 gullies – drainage and maintenance checks: EIR release

1. "I am requesting information regarding clearance of gullies and drainage on M74 Northbound between J12 and J11. 2. I am particularly interested in when drainage and maintenance checks were last done around the bridge over Douglas water. The areas I am interested in is 1 km stretch south of the co-ordinates 55.579473...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) 2 attachments
Published
2019-11-11
Reference
FOI/19/02327
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Various questions surrounding LED lighting in Scotland: EIR release

You asked: "1. I would like to know how many LED street lights have failed since January 2019 2. I would like to know how many complaints Transport Scotland has received about LED street lights since January 2019. 3. I would like to know what the complaints said. 4. Iwould like to know how many sodium street lights...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 18 working days correspondence contracts s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2019-11-11
Reference
FOI/19/02306
Directorate
Topic
Building, planning and design, Public sector, Transport