Resignation Follows Claims of Unprofessional Behavior

Jamie Hepburn resigned after allegations of grabbing Douglas Ross in Holyrood.
Ross accused Hepburn of breaching the Ministerial Code and bullying.
Hepburn admitted to hand on Ross's shoulder and inappropriate language but denied assault.
Swinney accepted resignation with regret; Ross supported the decision.
Hepburn stepped down immediately to avoid government distraction.

Politics | Resignation | Misconduct

Scotland

John Swinney | Jamie Hepburn | Douglas Ross

1 month ago