Murrell used fake invoices and ‘misleading’ accounting to cover tracks

Peter Murrell create fake invoices and used misleading account codes in a bid to cover his tracks (Jane Barlow/PA) - (PA Wire)

Former SNP chief executive officer (CEO) Peter Murrell created fake invoices and used “misleading” accounting in a bid to cover his tracks as he embezzled £400,310.65 from his party, a court has heard.

Alan Cameron KC told the High Court in Edinburgh on Tuesday that Murrell’s role enabled him to make direct transfers of cash from the party’s main bank account.