Scottish Government FOI Index

21,863releases indexed

39,476attachments found

29.7avg calendar days

8,112partially withheld

2016-06-13oldest in sample

2026-05-20newest in sample

Outcomes

partially withheld 8,112 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

2026-05 410 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 1,279 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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3,481 matching releases

Green Volt Project correspondence: EIR release

“May I request the following information under freedom of information legislation: All email or letter correspondence received by the Scottish Government from external organisations relating to the Green Volt Project since 15 January 2023. For Scottish Ministers and special advisers, all instant message exchanges the...

FOI/EIR clarification 80 score 19 working days correspondence ministers special advisers meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.11(2) s.7 s.34(1) 14 attachments

Published: 2025-03-27
Reference: FOI/202400434817
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Clarification of site selection for sea lice sampling: EIR release

Further to your response of 24th January regarding the names of the 48 different sites used for sea lice sampling between 2003 and 2009, the full dataset from 1997 to 2019 which was acquired under a previous FOI shows that between the two dates and during the secondary time period laid out in the 2013 Middlemas paper, ...

FOI/EIR clarification 55 score 18 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2025-03-27
Reference: EIR/202500452920
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Bus and travel demand management report documentation: EIR release

Part One All documentation held by Transport Scotland, including correspondence sent and received, minutes/notes from meetings, briefings and analysis, about youth crime due to free bus travel, from the last three months (11 November 2024 to 10 February 2025). Part Two All documentation held by Transport Scotland, i...

FOI/EIR cost limit 70 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.7 s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-27
Reference: EIR/202500452179
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Costs for traffic restrictions on the Tomatin to Moy section of the A9: EIR release

The total cost to introduce traffic restrictions and temporary speed limits on the Tomatin to Moy section of A9 to allow dualling to commence (as reported on 10 February 2025 https://news.stv.tv/highlands-islands/speed-limit-to-be-introduced-on-a9-for-three-years-as-dualling-works-begin-in-the-highlands).

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 20 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500452292
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Material related to the overhead line from Spittal to Beauly: EIR release

1. All studies demonstrating the need for this project, including demand forecasts and capacity analyses. 2. Any alternatives considered, including underground or subsea options. 3. Economic impact assessments showing public benefit justification. 4. Environmental and climate impact reports used in decision-making. ...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence s.2 s.3 s.6 s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.11(2) s.34(1) 4 attachments

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500452558
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Vehicle idling details in specific areas: EIR release

I would be grateful if you could provide this data from those local authorities. We have interpreted your request to mean that you are asking for the data referred to in our response to you under reference number 202500449364.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500453624
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector, Transport

Copy of correspondence in relation to Montrose beach stability and dredging: EIR release

My enquiry under FOI, EIR and INSPIRE regulations concerns a headline which appeared in The Courier newspaper on 18 July 2024. It read "Scottish Government accused of withholding important information from a report on Montrose coastal erosion." A letter was sent on behalf of Mairi McAllan, then Secretary for transport...

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

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500454881
Directorate: Environment and Forestry Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Funding provided by Scottish Government to Petroineos to support the Grangemouth Refinery: EIR release

Appearing on the BBC Question Time programme on 6th February 2024, the Deputy First Minister, Kate Forbes, said: “The reason Grangemouth had lasted for as long as it had is because of financial support that we had put in place and plans for its future.” Please can you provide full details of the financial support pro...

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

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500451987
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Money and tax, +1 more … Public sector

Marine Directorate briefings to Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Land Reform and the Islands and Acting Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy: EIR release

A list of all briefings given to the Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Land Reform and the Islands from the Marine Directorate since her appointment. A list of all briefings given to the Acting Cabinet Secretary for Net Zero and Energy from the Marine Directorate since her appointment.

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

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500451796
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Climate funding received from the UK Government: EIR release

1. How much climate funding Scottish Government receives from the UK, if it does indeed receive such funding? 2. If Scotland does not receive a specific allocation for anything climate related, where does Scotland get its funding for such climate related projects? 3. Who decides who or what company receives such fund...

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 20 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.4 s.10(4) s.11(2) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500451767
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Money and tax, Public sector

Roadside structure applications for the A90: EIR release

Information regarding applications for roadside structures along the A90 Trunk Road. • The total number of applications submitted for roadside trader permits (including temporary and permanent structures) along the A90 Trunk Road over the past five years (2020–2025). • The number and percentage of these applications ...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 15 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.4 6 attachments

Published: 2025-03-26
Reference: EIR/202500452998
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Scottish Forestry communications with James Jones and Sons: EIR release

Please share any communications exchanged over the last year with representatives from James Jones and Sons. Please include all communications channels used, including WhatsApp, and please include any attachments, including images.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence whatsapp s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) 4 attachments

Published: 2025-03-21
Reference: EIR/202500452022
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

Strath Oykel Wind Farm correspondence: EIR release

All internal correspondence between the ECU and the Scottish Ministers regarding the Strath Oykel Wind Farm (WIN-270-18 (Section 36 Wind Farm)).

FOI/EIR already published 80 score 20 working days correspondence ministers s.36 s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-21
Reference: EIR/202500451979
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Correspondence regarding the Strath Oykel Wind Farm: EIR release

A copy of all internal correspondence regarding the Strath Oykel Wind Farm (WIN-270-18).

FOI/EIR already published 55 score 20 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.10(4) s.6(1) s.34(1)

Published: 2025-03-21
Reference: EIR/202500451915
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Road maintenance records and road fault reports for the A1: EIR release

Road Maintenance records and road fault reports. I request the maintenance checks carried out on the section of road mentioned. The section is governed by these two markers : What three words ///entire.renew.neon and ///trick.worker.term On the dates between 4th July 2024 and the 31st October 2024. Road surface chec...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-21
Reference: EIR/202500453668
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Forest Stewardship Council and National Risk Assessment Review: EIR release

How does Scottish Forestry assess the legal requirements of forest management activities and related operational requirements under UKFS in relation to felling licence agreements? For example, how often are site visits made before and/or after felling licences are approved to ensure that works carried out meet any sti...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 13 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.54 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-19
Reference: EIR/202500453032
Directorate
Topic: Environment and climate change, Public sector

A96 Corridor Review costs and responses: EIR release

Please could you tell me how many responses have been received so far to the Scottish Government's A96 Corridor Review, launched on November 28? https://www.transport.gov.scot/news/a96-corridor-review-published/ Please could you tell me how much has been spent on the review itself and the consultation to date, broken...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 6 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2025-03-19
Reference: EIR/202500454917
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Strict climate change test specifications: EIR release

Appearing on the BBC Question Time programme on 6th February 2024, the Deputy First Minister, Kate Forbes, said the Scottish Government’s position is that new oil & gas licences in the North Sea should only be granted if they are compatible with a strict climate change test. Please provide the specifications of the st...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 18 working days correspondence ministers s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2025-03-19
Reference: EIR/202500451996
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Energy, Environment and climate change, Public sector

Scottish Offshore Wind Energy Council Barriers to Deployment Group agendas and minutes: EIR release

For the period 1st January 2022 - date, please provide all agendas and minutes for meetings of the Scottish Offshore Wind Energy Council (SOWEC) Barriers to Deployment Group.

FOI/EIR not held 70 score 19 working days correspondence meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4) s.10(5) s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-19
Reference: EIR/202500451992
Directorate: Offshore Wind Directorate
Topic: Energy, Public sector

Closure of the Queensferry Crossing documentation: EIR release

All documentation held by Transport Scotland, including correspondence sent/received and internally, briefings, analysis, minutes/notes from meetings, about the Queensferry Crossing shutting due to ice, between November 15 2024 and the date of this FOI.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) s.6(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2025-03-18
Reference: EIR/202500451602
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Liquid sprayed on A96 at Keith during winter months: EIR release

1. What was the liquid being sprayed from the pavement tractor on 4.1.25 on Moss St, Keith? 2. Can I view the COSHH risk assessment for the liquid? 3. What streets are sprayed/treated in Keith over the winter months (November-March)? 4. What is cost of the liquid per square meter vs rock salt?

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 3 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-18
Reference: EIR/202500454809
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Roadworks between Phantassie Roundabout and Bridgend at East Linton, East Lothian: EIR release

Regarding the roadworks between Phantassie Roundabout and Bridgend at East Linton, East Lothian which is narrowing the road surface to create a new, wider pavement/cycle path and apparently a new grass verge. Please provide information under the following headings: Budget What is the budget for this work and the sour...

FOI/EIR not held 45 score 18 working days correspondence contracts spending s.20 s.39(2) s.10(4)

Published: 2025-03-18
Reference: EIR/202500451487
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Payments and support to Scotland's salmon farming industry: EIR release

The following information regarding payments and support to Scotland's salmon farming industry: 1. For the period 2019-2024, please provide: - A detailed breakdown of all financial support, grants, and payments made to salmon farming companies - The total value of payments made under each support scheme or program - T...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2) s.6(1) s.4 4 attachments

Published: 2025-03-18
Reference: EIR/202500450923
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Farming and rural, Money and tax, Public sector

Springfield Group housing development correspondence: EIR release

Any correspondence, notes or minutes, including any attachments, relating to the opening of the Springfield Group housing development at Ferrylea in Forres on 29 August; and Any correspondence, including any attachments, regarding the Springfield Group properly developers from April to October 2024.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings contracts s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments

Published: 2025-03-18
Reference: EIR/202500451593
Directorate: Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic: Housing, Public sector

Sectoral Marine Plan and offshore windfarm development: EIR release

The Scottish Government’s Sectoral Marine Plan, published on 28th October 2020, said this: Nationally and at the individual PO level, the effects of consented and licensed offshore windfarm development under this cycle of leasing should not exceed the assumed physical footprint for 10GW of generation as assessed in th...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 17 working days correspondence ministers s.36 s.20 s.39(2)

Published: 2025-03-18
Reference: EIR/202500451988
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Energy, Marine and fisheries, Public sector