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

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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Australian Labor Party Senator meeting documentation: FOI release

All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including minutes/notes from meetings, correspondence sent and received (including internal), briefings and analysis, from Angus Robertson's meeting with Sue Lines on 15 May, from between 1 May and 15 June 2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.30 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500484886
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Ministerial meetings with Social Care Services in Scotland: FOI release

What meetings has Tom Arthur MSP and Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing attended since his appointment to that role with employers who provide social care service in Scotland? What meetings has Tom Arthur MSP and Minister for Social Care and Mental Wellbeing attended since his appointment to that role with e...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.30
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500484924
Directorate
Social Care and National Care Service Development
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Climate Change Plan meeting materials: EIR release

All minutes/notes from meetings and briefings written by civil servants and seen by Gillian Martin and/or her office, about the climate change plan, from the last month.

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 19 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.39(2) s.11 s.34(1) s.10(4) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
EIR/202500485065
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Environment and climate change, Public sector

Transport Scotland spend on repairing potholes: FOI release

The total amount that has been spent on repairing potholes on the following trunk roads (A1, A75, A77, A9, A96, A83), broken down into a table to reflect every financial year since 2021-22.

FOI partially withheld 65 score 4 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500488529
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Information regarding evacuations from Gaza for medical treatment: FOI release

All correspondence, memos, briefings and/or reports sent and received by the Scottish Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Care, Neil Gray, between September 12, 2025 and September 17, 2025 that address, or relate to, the evacuation of ill children and their families from Gaza to Scotland for medical treatment.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers briefings s.38(1) s.30 s.29(1) s.28(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500484948
Directorate
Chief Operating Officer, NHS Scotland Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, International, Public sector

Traffic Light Sequencing on the A725 northbound and southbound: FOI release

Please provide details of the traffic light sequencing for the traffic lights on the A725 northbound and southbound, close to the junctions with Kirkshaws Road and Hagmill Road, Coatbridge on 15 February 2025 from 20:10 – 20:20

FOI partially withheld 85 score 2 working days correspondence contracts 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500486707
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Transport Scotland materials regarding the removal of Scotrail peak fares: FOI release

With regards to the response to parliamentary written question reference S6W-40314, I am requesting: 1. Copies of meeting notes, emails and/or reports from ministers/officials/consultants or thirdparties which include the options explored to find a solution which addresses the exclusion of intra-Scottish train travel ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.4 s.30 s.38(1) s.34(1) s.25(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500485199
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan Scheme: EIR release

The Home Energy Scotland Grant and Loan Scheme [link] features a ‘rural uplift’ which is available to applicants in 'off-gas accessible rural' areas. Please provide the list of postcodes which are considered to be ‘off-gas’ for this purpose, i.e. those where the applicant would be informed they are eligible for the up...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 13 working days correspondence spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500483570
Directorate
Energy and Climate Change Directorate
Topic
Energy, Public sector

Information from Transport Scotland relating to the A75 and A77 roads: EIR release

I wish to make the following freedom of information request under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 (FOISA). I request the following information relating to the A75 and A77 roads: 1. The number of planned road closures on the A75 and A77 between the 1st and 31st August 2025. 2. The number of unplanned r...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 9 working days correspondence s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500484823
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

International Techscaler programme trips (hubs): FOI release

Please provide details of all recorded international trips or "hubs" undertaken as part of the Techscaler programme as follows: I would like full details of all the guests on each of these trips and their business names. This should include the names of the CodeBase employees who went on each trip and, if possible, wh...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 29 working days over deadline correspondence spending s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-12
Reference
FOI/202500483533
Directorate
Economic Development Directorate
Topic
Economy, International, Public sector

Correspondence regarding press conference following First Minister's visit to Washington DC and meeting with the US President: FOI release

“Any internal and external communication relating to the press conference held by the First Minister in Bute House following the FM's visit to Washington DC and meeting with the US President Donald Trump on September 9. This should cover the period from August 1 to date”.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.29(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-09
Reference
FOI/202500484771
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
Arts, culture and sport, International, Public sector

Transport Scotland M90 - Inverkeithing to Perth - Road works for last 5 years: FOI release

"We would like to request details of how many stages of roadworks have taken place on the M90 from Inverkeithing to Perth over the last five years, and which parts of the road these were? We would also like details of the cost of these set of roadworks, including the overall cost, during this time? We are requesting ...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 8 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2026-01-09
Reference
FOI/202500487185
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Permission to seek nomination as Aberdeen Central candidate for the 2026 election correspondence: FOI release

All internal correspondence (including by direct messaging application) and notes of phone calls or meetings (in person or virtual) discussing Jack Middleton’s request for permission to seek the nomination to become the SNP’s candidate in Aberdeen Central at the 2026 election for the Scottish Parliament.

FOI partially withheld 85 score 20 working days correspondence meetings whatsapp 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500484041
Directorate
Communications and Ministerial Support Directorate
Topic
Constitution and democracy, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Mitchell Library building subsidence queries: FOI release

1. Has the Mitchell Library, via Glasgow Life or Glasgow City Council, contacted Transport Scotland regarding insurance claims for works to repair subsidence of the Mitchell Library building? 2. If so, what stage is this claim(s) at? 3. Is Transport Scotland disputing liability for costs to repair subsidence of the M...

FOI partially withheld 65 score 11 working days correspondence spending s.17(1)
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500485708
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport

Scottish Trans meeting minutes: FOI release

All minutes of meetings (officials and Ministers) with Scottish Trans following the FWS Supreme Court ruling in April 2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 18 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.38 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500484050
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Communications regarding the meeting between the First Minister and the President of the United States: FOI release

All internal Scottish Government communications on the setting up of and the actual meeting between First Minister John Swinney and US President Donald Trump on 29/07/2025.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers meetings s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500483443
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Minimum unit pricing in other countries/regions documentation: FOI release

All documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings and analysis, about minimum unit pricing in other countries/regions, from the last year.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 14 working days correspondence briefings meetings s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500485025
Directorate
Population Health Directorate
Topic
Health and social care, Public sector

Equality and Human Rights Commission meeting minutes: FOI release

I understand Shirley-Anne Somerville MSP and Neil Gray MSP met with the Equality and Human Rights Commission on or around 11 June 2025. Please provide minutes of that meeting.

FOI partially withheld 90 score 25 working days over deadline correspondence meetings s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOi/202500482805
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

Scotland’s Fisheries Management Strategy 2020-2030 Delivery plan update 2025: EIR review

Original request – 202500479518 You asked for “All memos, emails, reports (internal or external) and other such information which formed a part of the evidence-base and rationale for the decision by Marine Directorate published on page 6 of Scotland’s Fisheries Management Strategy 2020-2030 Delivery plan update 2025 v...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers s.20 s.11(2) s.10(4) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
EIR/202500484110 Review of 202500479518
Directorate
Marine Directorate
Topic
Marine and fisheries, Public sector

Social Security Scotland's use of Artificial Intelligence: FOI release

Information on Social Security Scotland’s use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) technology as follows: Your request for Information 1: A list of tools, platforms or systems currently deployed or being piloted/trialled. Your request for Information 2: The purpose and function of each of the above. Your request for Info...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 23 working days over deadline correspondence meetings contracts spending s.1 s.25(1) s.17(1) s.38(1) s.34(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500484275
Directorate
Topic
Money and tax, Public sector

Correspondence regarding The Women Who Wouldn’t Wheesht book: FOI release

1. Any correspondence sent from John Swinney, Kaukab Stewart, Shirley-Anne Somerville or Angus Robertson to the editors of the book ‘The Women Who Wouldn’t Wheesht’ in the last year. 2. Any correspondence received by John Swinney, Kaukab Stewart, Shirley-Anne Somerville or Angus Robertson from the editors of the book ...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 34 working days over deadline correspondence s.4 s.5 s.17(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500481334
Directorate
Equality, Inclusion and Human Rights Directorate
Topic
Equality and rights, Public sector

First Minister’s travel costs to Washington with delegates from the Scotch Whisky Association: FOI release

1. The First Minister’s total travel costs relating to his recent travel to Washington with a delegation from the Scotch Whisky Association. 2. The First Minister’s total accommodation costs relating to his recent travel to Washington with a delegation from the Scotch Whisky Association. 3. Any travel and accommodati...

FOI partially withheld 90 score 20 working days correspondence ministers special advisers spending s.27(1) s.39(1) s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500483907
Directorate
Culture and External Affairs Directorate
Topic
International, Public sector

Correspondence regarding rent controls being lifted: FOI release

Your request was for 'all documentation held by the Scottish Government, including correspondence sent and received (including internal), minutes/notes from meetings, briefings and analysis, about rent controls being lifted between April 1 2025 and May 1 2025'

FOI partially withheld 90 score 11 working days correspondence ministers briefings meetings s.20 s.30 s.38(1) 2 attachments
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
FOI/202500485922
Directorate
Local Government and Housing Directorate
Topic
Housing, Public sector

Transport Scotland - Penalties for contracts not being delivered on time and compensation to South Lanarkshire Council: EIR release

It seems that you immediately assigned my request as "environmental information", and perhaps this then lead you down to the response, not in my opinion, answers, which you provided? My request was based around the Financial impact, of an appointed Contractor failing to meet their obligations to meet the timetable they...

FOI/EIR partially withheld 65 score 12 working days correspondence ministers contracts spending s.20 s.39(2)
Published
2026-01-07
Reference
EIR/202500485964
Directorate
Topic
Public sector, Transport