Scottish Health Secretary Faces Scrutiny Over Football-Related Chauffeur Trips

Neil Gray's use of taxpayer-funded cars for attending football matches is under fire, with calls for transparency on the trips' governmental relevance.

Neil Gray, Scotland's Health Secretary, used ministerial cars to attend four Aberdeen football matches, sparking criticism from opposition parties.
The trips were registered as official government business, citing discussions on 'social impact investment in sport' with the Scottish Football Association.
Opposition figures demand a statement from Gray to clarify the purpose of these taxpayer-funded trips and their alignment with his ministerial duties.
Critics draw parallels between Gray's actions and those of his predecessor, Michael Matheson, who resigned over a separate expenses controversy.
Other SNP ministers have similarly used chauffeur services for sports events, raising broader questions about the use of public funds for such activities.