Jason Leitch

Prof Leitch, who has worked for the Scottish government since 2007, helped lead the country's Covid response.

First Minister Humza Yousaf was among the witnesses during the inquiry's second week in Edinburgh.

Humza Yousaf was speaking at the UK Covid Inquiry, which is currently sitting in Edinburgh.

Prof Jason Leitch told then-health secretary to keep a drink in his hand to remain exempt from mask rules.

Prof Leitch says he gave then Health Secretary Humza Yousaf mask-rule advice for a drinks reception in late 2021.

Former health secretary Alex Neil calls for an "urgent review" the app's use by politicians and officials.

Scotland's national clinical director is reported to have deleted his electronic messages on a daily basis.