Justice Secretary Angela Constance defended her use of a ministerial car to attend the Scottish League Cup final citing concerns over pyrotechnics at matches as a public interest.
Despite the ministerial code updated to limit family members' presence, Constance justified her relative's attendance by emphasizing official duties regarding safety concerns at sporting events.
Scottish Conservative deputy leader Rachael Hamilton criticized Constance, stating public trust in politicians is deteriorating due to perceived misuse of public resources like ministerial cars for personal events.
Constance stated it was 'not uncommon' for ministers to accompany family members in official cars, claiming her attendance addressed serious public safety issues while related discussions were held with the SPFL.
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