It is no longer a matter of perception that there is a systemic and organised pattern of industry interference in the formulation of public health policy.

The revelation comes two years after Putrajaya announced it was dropping the generational endgame provision which was opposed by big tobacco firms.

Pavithra Wanniarachchi will however remain in the Cabinet as transport minister.

Sajid Javid says he has received both doses of a Covid vaccine and his symptoms are 'very mild'.

Neither the widely criticised outgoing minister's departure nor the incomer's appointment has been made official in the government gazette.