Health Secretary who used chauffeur for football was ‘doing job’

Health Secretary Neil Gray was “doing his job” when he used a ministerial car to attend three Aberdeen football matches at Hampden, a cabinet colleague has said.

Gray – an Aberdeen fan – was criticised by opposition figures after The Sunday Post revealed he was chauffeur-driven to three cup games at the national stadium, as well as a league match at Pittodrie.

Gillian Martin, acting net zero and energy secretary, said the events were “in line with his government duties”.

A government spokesperson said the publicly-funded car trips were “in accordance with travel and…