Dr Calderwood issued her resignation, and in a written statement said: 'I am deeply sorry for my actions and the mistakes I have made'
Top Scottish medic 'truly sorry' for breaking rules
But Ms Sturgeon added:"It is, however, clear that the mistake she made - even though she has apologised sincerely and honourably for it - risks distracting from and undermining confidence in the government's public health message at this crucial time. That is not a risk either of us is willing to take."Just a few days ago, Dr Calderwood tweeted out a photo of her family clapping at their Edinburgh residence in celebration of NHS staff working to stop the spread of the virus.
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