Swinney: Rooting out predators from party is more important than independence

John Swinney has said rooting out predators is a priority (Greg MacVean/PA) - (PA Wire)

First Minister John Swinney is sending a message to SNP members that rooting out predators is more important than independence, he has said.

Mr Swinney’s comments come after he sacked a candidate for Holyrood over allegations she did not pass on complaints against former North Lanarkshire Council leader Jordan Linden who was convicted of 10 offences, including five sexual assaults.