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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8,113 matching releases

Correspondence from Tata to the Government on Dalzell steelworks: FOI release

Since August 2021 to date, any correspondence from Tata to the Government on Dalzell steelworks. During the same time period, any Rapid Response Unit or other briefings to ministers regarding contact from Tata.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 111 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings s.25(1) s.20 4 attachments

Published: 2024-02-08
Reference: 202200328970
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector

A83 Landslip and Landslide Clear up data: FoI release

A breakdown of how much has been spent each year since 2012 on clearing the A83 Road of debris from landslips and landslides, if possible I would like the data broken down into months or quarters for the time period.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence spending s.17 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-08
Reference: FOI/202300380710
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Information relating to Scottish ferries costs and upgrades: EIR release

1. What is the current timetable for finishing upgrading Ardrossan Harbour and what are the current and estimated costs of the development, with a breakdown of these costs? - Could you supply the cost/benefits analysis of the decision to upgrade the harbour? 2. All correspondence (including internal), minutes and bri...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings spending s.10(4)

Published: 2024-02-08
Reference: FOI/202300386171
Directorate
Topic: Public sector, Transport

Kevin Stewart Meetings July 2022: FOI review

All internal and external correspondence within and sent or received by the Scottish Government including attached documents, meeting handouts, memos, briefings to ministers, attendee lists, location of meeting, notes, minutes, or OneNote memos, linked to the following meetings: 1a) Kevin Stewart's meeting with IJB Ch...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.38(1) 8 attachments

Published: 2024-02-06
Reference: 202200331290
Directorate: Social Care and National Care Service Development
Topic: Public sector

Communications between First Minister and investment firm Baillie Gifford: FOI release

Any emails, texts, WhatsApp’s, minutes of meetings or other communications received or sent by the first minister, Rt Hon Humza Yousaf MSP, which mention the investment firm, Baillie Gifford from the start of July this year.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings whatsapp s.25(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2024-02-06
Reference: FOI/202300385292
Directorate: International Trade and Investment Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

Energy drinks correspondence: FOI release

Any correspondence between the Scottish Government and any drinks companies relating to energy drinks.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 17 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.30 10 attachments

Published: 2024-02-06
Reference: 202300359356
Directorate: Population Health Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Information in relation to Alistair Duff: FOI release

Any documents, meetings, communications and discussions within and between the Scottish Government, SCTS and Judiciary of Scotland and Lord President, and with any other public authority in relation to the retirement of, and any Police Scotland and Crown Office investigation, and any criminal charges relating to Former...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence meetings s.37 s.38 4 attachments

Published: 2024-02-05
Reference: 202200324780
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Documents from 2022 that consider the capital upgrades required to make Ferguson Marine competitive: FOI release

The content of all documents produced this year that consider the nature and cost of the capital upgrades required to bring the Ferguson Marine yard to a position of competitiveness. Please include any emails or reports held by the Scottish Government.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 145 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings contracts spending s.30 s.33(1) s.33 s.33(2) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.20 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-05
Reference: 202200330019
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Removal of non-residential social care charging: FOI release

With regards to the removal of non-residential social care charging, you asked for information regarding: why the plan for implementation as set out in the timetable for April 2023 implementation has not been met what the current status of the timetable for implementation is what current work is being undertaken towar...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 12 working days correspondence spending s.36(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-05
Reference: FOI/202300387766
Directorate: Social Care and National Care Service Development
Topic: Health and social care, Public sector

XL Bully Dogs ban in UK: FOI release

To enquire about the ban on XL Bully dog breeds throughout the UK due to an alleged increased in attacks. I also wanted to ask why the ban is not being applied to Scottish legislation and solely Wales and England, and if it might apply in the future. SNP community safety minister, Siobhian Brown wrote to the SNP about...

FOI partially withheld 60 score 16 working days correspondence ministers

Published: 2024-02-05
Reference: FOI/202300387170
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Law and order, Public sector

Correspondence for auditor of GFG Lochaber smelter and Dalzell steelworks: FOI review

You asked for a review of our reply to your original Freedom of Information (FoI) request which was allocated reference number 202200328214. You submitted the following request: Please can you send me the correspondence set out in FOI 202200321971 "information released" unredacted. I am seeking disclosure of all reda...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 75 working days over deadline correspondence s.33(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.36(2) s.20 6 attachments

Published: 2024-02-05
Reference: FOI/202200332486 Review of 202200328214
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Ministerial Briefing - Dalzell Steel on 14/12/2022: FOI release

Any briefing notes prepared for Minister Ivan McKee ahead of answering Willie Rennie MSPs question on Dalzell Steel on 14/12/22. A copy of any correspondence between ministers, officials and civil servants relating to the preparation of materials to support the minister in answering this question.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings contracts s.30 s.33(1) s.36(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) s.20 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: 202200335536
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector

GFG Alliance and the Scottish Government's advisors: FOI review

Any correspondence including meeting minutes, memos, notes, emails, agendas, or attachments and correspondence on the topic of, or originating following any meetings held between GFG Alliance and the Scottish Government's advisors, Deloitte and/or Teneo, since May 1, 2022 to date. I am writing to you to request an int...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 52 working days over deadline correspondence ministers meetings s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: FOI/202300337599 Review of 202200332035
Directorate: Economic Development Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Details for contractors working for ASA Recruitment on IT & Professional Frameworks: FOI release

In relation to the Scottish Government's Framework for the Provision of Interim IT Staff Services and Provision of Interim Professional Staff Services, details for all contractors working for ASA Recruitment on IT & Professional Frameworks: Job role or placement name Start Date End date.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence contracts s.38(1) s.34(1)

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: 202300350459
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Communications relating to petition PE1458: FOI review

Information contained in documents, meetings, communications and discussions and any private chat groups or messenger services - within, and between – the Scottish Government and anyone acting for it – and any other person or organisation including the Lord President, Judicial Office, Scottish Courts and Tribunals Serv...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 39 working days over deadline correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.29(1) s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 6 attachments

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: FOI/202300348435 Review of 202300345955
Directorate: Justice Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Social Security contractors working for Pertemps Recruitment: FOI release

In relation to the Scottish Governments Framework for the Provision of Admin, Catering and Manual Staff Services [North & South], details for all contractors working for Pertemps Recruitment: Job role or placement name Start Date End date.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 19 working days correspondence contracts s.38(1) s.34(1)

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: 202300350466
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Offences under The Shellfish (Restrictions on Taking by Unlicensed Fishing Boats) (Scotland) Order 2017: EIR release

Has Marine Scotland taken any enforcement or other action in relation to offences under The Shellfish (Restrictions on Taking by Unlicensed Fishing Boats) (Scotland) Order 2017? If so please provide statistics, broken down either into Sheriff Court districts, or Fishery Office boundaries. As the information you have r...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 16 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.1

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: 202300351431
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Regarding Humza Yousaf's meeting with Pakistan Consulate: FOI review

You asked for a review of our response to your request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA) for: All correspondence (either written in letters or in emails presumably) between Humza Yousaf, his ministerial office at the time and the Pakistan Consul General regarding this meeting. Including corr...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 5 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-02
Reference: FOI/202300348980 Review of 202300344949
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

First Minister meeting with Tesco CEO: FOI release

"The detailed minutes of the First Minister Humza Yousaf’s meeting with Tesco CEO Ken Murphy on the 25th April".

FOI partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.29(1) s.38(1) s.30 s.33(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-01
Reference: FOI/202300372744
Directorate
Topic: Business, industry and innovation, Public sector

Aberdeen To Central Belt Stakeholders Group Meetings: FOI release

A copy of the minutes from the Aberdeen to Central Belt Key Stakeholders Group meetings covering the past 12 months.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 15 working days correspondence meetings s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-01
Reference: 202300358666
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Anonymised VMS data September and October 2022: EIR release

Further to EIR/202300351843, and noting that you rely on the exception under regulation 11 (2) of EIR, the following vessel information on a non-identifiable basis (i.e., disclosing the presence of any vessels within the coordinates and timeframes requested, but not disclosing the name of any such vessels). All vessel...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence s.11 s.11(2) s.34(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-02-01
Reference: 202300356656
Directorate: Marine Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Communication with SQA regarding grading of 2022 exams: FOI review

The release of all communication between the Scottish Government (Ministers, special advisers, staff from education-focused directorates) and the SQA regarding the grading of 2022 exams. This should include information on grade boundaries, pass rates and attainment gaps including any likely public/media response to any...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers meetings s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-01-31
Reference: FOI/202200319510 Review of 202200315060
Directorate: Education Reform Directorate
Topic: Public sector

Edinburgh ZOO Pandas: EIR release

Any correspondence, briefing notes, memos or information relating to the return of giant pandas from Edinburgh Zoo to China. Please include any correspondence with Chineses authorities, the UK government, the British Embassy in Beijing, FCDO, DEFRA and other organisations, including RZSS.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 21 working days over deadline correspondence briefings s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) s.6(1) s.10(5) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-01-31
Reference: FOI/202300384273
Directorate
Topic: International, Public sector

M8 Cycle/Footbridge Inspection reports: EIR release

The latest / up to date Safety Inspection and Maintenance Reports for the Cycle/Pedestrian Bridges detailed below. Bridge over Railway Line and M8 Adjacent Bellahouston Academy Bridge over M8 Adjacent Junction 23 B768 Ibrox As the information you have requested is 'environmental information' for the purposes of the E...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 6 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2) s.11(2) s.34(1) 8 attachments

Published: 2024-01-31
Reference: 202200328567
Directorate
Topic: Public sector

OEUK, Shell, and Equinor correspondence with Ministers: FOI release

Details of all communication, (including emails), as well as details of all meetings (government briefing papers, talking points, agendas, minutes, agreed points of action) between Kate Forbes MSP (and or her private secretary), Ivan McKee (and or his private secretary), and/or Roy Brannen and/or Kersti Berge; with the...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.38(1) s.17(1) 2 attachments

Published: 2024-01-31
Reference: 202200323958
Directorate: Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic: Public sector