Correspondence from Kevin Stewart meetings with Transport Scotland and CalMac: FOI release

Information requested

1. The number of times that the dualling of the A9 and the A96 has been discussed at cabinet since 29 March 2023.
2. The minutes of all of Kevin Stewart MSP’s meeting with Transport Scotland since 29 March 2023.
3. The number of times that Kevin Stewart MSP has met with CalMac since 29 March 2023.

Response

The answer to your questions are below.

1. While our aim is to provide information whenever possible, in this instance we are unable to provide the information you have requested because an exemption under section 30(b)(ii) - free and frank exchange of views for the purposes of deliberation, applies to it. The reasons for applying this exemption are set out in Annex A.
2. Please find attached all minutes between the former Transport Minister and Transport Scotland. While our aim is to provide information whenever possible, in this instance we have redacted some of the information you have requested because exemptions under sections 38(1)(b) - third party personal data, 33(1)(b) - substantial prejudice to commercial interests, and 30(c) - substantial prejudice to effective conduct of public affairs. The reasons for applying these exemptions are set out in Annex A.
3. Mr Stewart met with CalMac 11 times since 29 March 2023.

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FOI - 202300360120 - Annex A

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3 page PDF

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FOI - 202300360120 - Annex B

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36 page PDF

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3.6 MB