Scottish government denies Deputy First Minister sent ‘scathing’ email about named officials

THE Scottish government has rejected reports that Deputy First Minister Jenny Gilruth sent a “scathing” email naming officials in her department she was unhappy with. Acting Scottish Labour leader Jackie Baillie called on First Minister John Swinney to launch a full investigation into the allegations in the Scottish Sun. Ms Baillie said: “These are astonishing accusations and they must not be swept under the carpet by the SNP.  “It is unacceptable to target workers or try and drive people out…