FOI Request - Findochty Harbour

Request 101003833141

Three requests relating to Findochty Harbour:

I. Rowing Skiff Phoenix:
I seek information regarding the rowing skiff Phoenix, specifically in relation to its use of facilities at Findochty Harbour. My request concerns the following:
1. Hardstanding Mooring Allocation:
On what basis has the skiff Phoenix been allocated a hardstanding mooring space at Findochty Harbour.
Were other vessels considered or declined during its allocation. If so, why.
2. Fees and Charges:
What fees (if any) were paid by the owners/operators of Phoenix for its hardstanding mooring.
Has the vessel been charged in accordance with the published harbour fees and charges.
3. Correspondence and Internal Communication:
Please provide copies of any correspondence (emails, letters, memos) between harbour officials, Moray Council staff, or third parties relating to the allocation or treatment of Phoenix at Findochty Harbour.

II. Harbour Revision Order
1. I am requesting, under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, a copy of the current Harbour Revision Order (or any equivalent statutory instrument or byelaws) that governs the operation of Findochty Harbour.

2. In particular, I would like to know whether this document includes any specific maintenance or safety responsibilities regarding the slipway.

III. Slipway Maintenance Records
I am requesting the following information under the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 in relation to the slipway at Findochty Harbour:
1. Dates and findings of any inspections carried out between 2020 and 2025.
2. Records of slipway maintenance, cleaning, or repair during the same period.
3. Any risk assessments or condition reports relating to the slipway.
4. Any current or planned maintenance schedules.

If available, please also provide:
Details of any contractors used for slipway works
Copies of internal guidance on slipway safety or public access

Response 27-08-2025

I. Rowing Skiff Phoenix
1. This information is commercially sensitive. Disclosure of the requested information could substantially prejudice commercial interests and so it is exempt under section 33(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, commercial interests.
2. This information is commercially sensitive. Disclosure of the requested information could substantially prejudice commercial interests and so it is exempt under section 33(1)(b) of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, commercial interests.
3. No correspondence held. Information that is not held falls under Section 17 of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 - Information not held.

II. Harbour Revision Order
1. The HRO can be found here: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/ukla/1987/10/contents/enacted

This information is therefore exempt under section 25 of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002, information otherwise accessible.
2. This legislation makes no specific reference to the maintenance or safety responsibilities for the slipway.

III. Slipway Maintenance Records
1. Weekly checks - Defects recorded on Harbour Action Log. Prioritisation given to rectification works. Nothing specifically noted for the slipway.
2. Information not recorded.  Information that is not held falls under Section 17 of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 - Information not held.
3. None held.  Information that is not held falls under Section 17 of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 - Information not held.
4. None held.  Information that is not held falls under Section 17 of the Freedom of Information (Scotland) Act 2002 - Information not held.