Artificial intelligence (AI) subscription services spend: FOI release

Information requested

The total amount spent within the Scottish Government on AI subscription services, since 1/1/2024. By the Scottish Government, I am referring to Ministers and all individuals employed by the Scottish Government (including Civil Servants). If possible, I request that this amount be broken down by AI service (i.e. ChatGPT/OpenAI, Grok, etc.).

Response

The answer you your question is as follows.

The table below shows all charges for subscription AI products purchased by the core Scottish Government over the period from January 1, 2024 to April 22, 2025. It has been broken down by service and cost for the period as per your ask.

Directorate	CHATGPT	OPENAI CHATGPT	SYNTHESIA	Grand Total
Directorate for Agriculture & Rural Economy		£18.61		£18.61
Directorate for Digital	£179.94	£53.56		£233.50
Directorate for Financial Management			£248.40	£248.40
Grand Total	£179.94	£72.17	£248.40	£500.51

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