Cover-up Exposed
NATS chiefs were compelled to release over 100 pages of WhatsApp messages after initially denying their existence over two years ago. Critics slammed SNP ministers for treating Scots like they were being kept in the dark about the scandal.
Embarrassing Revelations
Nicola Sturgeon and other senior Scottish Government officials admitted to deleting messages, with Sturgeon herself deleting all her WhatsApps from the Covid pandemic. The climb down came after pressure from The Scottish Sun and families of the Covid bereaved.
Insight into Messages
The published messages include exchanges where Sturgeon expressed frustration, Health Secretary Yousaf admitted to being behind on government papers, and ex-health secretary Freeman complained about 'game playing' by officials.
Attempts at Cover-up
Despite the release, many messages remain heavily redacted as ministers try to conceal their use of the encrypted messaging system, with key figures like John Swinney, Kate Forbes, and Shona Robison also revealed to have used WhatsApp for government business.
Public Outcry
Opposition parties criticized the initial denial of WhatsApp messages, calling it 'dubious' and a stretch of credibility. The SNP's change in stance was seen as a confirmation of their secrecy and misleading tactics by senior government figures.
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