The corresponding decision he took in connection with "improper behavior". As informs DW, the official has apologized for the behavior and has written the statement.

At the same time, he noted that some of his actions, committed in the past, were perceived as improper. In moments when I considered my actions simply amusing or trying to be friendly, others could seem unpleasant to my behavior and make me wonder about my intentions, - said in a letter from McDonald, in which he notified the first minister and leader of the Scottish National Party, Nicola Sturgeon, about his decision to resign.

The Minister also noted that, given the position he holds in the civil service, he considers it inappropriate to continue to fulfill this role in the Scottish government.

McDonald also expressed the hope that neither his family, nor any of the women would become the object of close attention after his departure from the government.

What kind of actions the politician does not say in the letter, but the government of the country has confirmed that McDonald has applied for resignation.

At the same time, as long as the politician continues to fulfill the duties of a Scottish parliamentarian from the Scottish National Party, representing the constituency of Aberdeen Donside.

According to sources from the BBC, an investigation into suspicion of inappropriate behavior is being conducted against two party members, one of them is McDonald.

Recall, as reported URA-Inform, British Defense Minister Michael Fallon resigned, admitting that his behavior in the past did not meet the standards adopted among the military.