Scottish civil servant 'dressed as cat' for work training session as SNP forced to issue reminder on 'appropriate dress code'
WATCH NOW: GB News discusses reports of a SNP civil servant turning up to training 'dressed as a cat'
TL;DR
- A Scottish civil servant, identifying as non-binary, attended a training session dressed as a cat (frock, cat ears, tail).
- The incident allegedly took place at Victoria Quay, Edinburgh.
- The Scottish Government stated that civil servants are required to dress appropriately, and the described attire would not meet the requirement.
- The story gained traction on social media, with some users expressing disbelief and others criticizing management's handling of workplace conduct.
- A former civil servant described the organization as 'utterly dysfunctional' and warned against raising concerns.
- The incident has refocused attention on the underuse of Victoria Quay, with low daily attendance rates reported.
- The Scottish Government's approach to remote working and enforcement of office attendance has faced criticism.
- Senior officials have indicated a reluctance to impose disciplinary action for non-compliance with office attendance, emphasizing 'kindness'.