Scottish group appoints man as first ever period dignity regional lead

Jason Grant's appointment in Tay region receives incredulous response

The appointment of a man to a new regional role promoting period dignity has provoked criticism and consternation.

Jason Grant, who has previously worked in tobacco sales and as a personal trainer, was announced as the period dignity regional lead officer for the Tay region earlier this week, in what is believed to be the first role of its kind in the country and prompted by groundbreaking women's health legislation.