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SNP accused of ‘embezzling’ voters over Peter Murrell’s theft of party funds

Scottish National party’s attempt to focus on call for independence referendum overshadowed by embezzlement scandal

The Guardian - UK

Starmer insists ‘questions to be answered’ for the SNP over Peter Murrell case

Murrell, the former SNP chief executive who was married to Nicola Sturgeon, embezzled more than £400,000 from the party.

Evening Standard

Swinney: Scots will ‘resoundingly’ back independence if second vote takes place

The country’s First Minister hailed independence as being the ‘fresh start Scotland so badly needs’.

Evening Standard

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Scottish Government to bring back plans to criminalise misogyny, says John Swinney

THE Scottish Government will bring back plans to criminalise misogyny after dropping the legislation last year, John Swinney has announced.

The National (Scotland)

Read John Swinney's speech in full as MSPs debate independence referendum powers

John Swinney has asked MSPs to formally request the transfer of powers from the UK Government to Scotland to allow a second independence referendum…

The National (Scotland)

Keir Starmer says John Swinney has 'questions to answer' on Peter Murrell crimes

PRIME Minister Keir Starmer has said there are “questions that need to be answered” by the SNP leadership after the party’s former chief…

The National (Scotland)

Starmer says ‘questions need to be answered’ over Murrell embezzlement as SNP urged to launch inquiry

SNP first minister facing demands for inquiry amid questions over what Sturgeon knew about her estranged husband’s crimes

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Sturgeon had ‘remarkable lack of curiosity’ over SNP finances, former MP claims

Former SNP MP Joanna Cherry hit out at Nicola Sturgeon after the former first minister’s ex-husband admitted embezzling £400,000 from the party.

Evening Standard

How to watch the Scottish Parliament vote on Section 30 referendum powers

First Minister John Swinney is set to ask Holyrood to formally request the transfer of powers from the UK Government to Scotland to allow a…

The National (Scotland)

Holyrood set to back Swinney on second independence referendum

Scottish First Minister John Swinney has tabled a motion urging Westminster to devolve powers to Holyrood for a second referendum.

Evening Standard

Nicola Sturgeon’s statement as she comes under pressure over estranged husband’s embezzlement

The former Scottish first minister said she was ‘utterly appalled’ by Peter Murrell’s actions

The Independent UK

What you need to know as Holyrood set to vote on independence referendum powers

First Minister John Swinney is set to ask Holyrood to formally request the transfer of powers from the UK Government to Scotland to allow a…

The National (Scotland)

UK’s Nicola Sturgeon says husband Peter Murrell “misled” her after he admits stealing £400,000 from SNP

Former SNP leader Peter Murrell confessed to embezzling upwards of £400,000 to sustain a life drenched in opulence, which included purchasing a posh motorhome and expensive designer items. His estranged wife, Nicola Sturgeon, shared her anguish, revealing she felt deeply deceived. Meanwhile, SNP head John Swinney described the betrayal as…

The Times of India

John Swinney should resign as SNP leader, says Joanna Cherry

Speaking after Peter Murrell admitted embezzlement, the former SNP MP called for Stephen Flynn to replace the First Minister.

Evening Standard

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‘Gutted’ Swinney apologises to SNP members but ‘never suspected’ Murrell’s crime

The SNP leader and Scottish First Minister spoke about his ‘level of personal horror’ over Peter Murrell’s actions.

The National (Scotland)

'Overwhelming betrayal': John Swinney responds to Peter Murrell's £400k embezzlement

FORMER SNP chief executive Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of more than £400,000 from the party is “terrible breach of trust” and a…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney to hold press conference on Peter Murrell – how to watch

JOHN Swinney is set to hold a press conference after former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell pled guilty to embezzlement charges

The National (Scotland)

The Celtic Alliance and independence must rise from Labour's ashes

THE esteemed journalist Peter MacMahon wrote last week in The Times: “Picture the scene: a bright, crisp afternoon in Edinburgh’s New Town.…

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Deputy First Minister urges MSPs to ‘unite’ ahead of vote on holding indyref2

MSPs will vote on a motion on Tuesday to decide if Scotland will request the UK Government to allow another referendum.

The National (Scotland)

MSPs urged to 'unite behind Scotland's right to decide' ahead of indyref2 vote

MSPs have been urged to 'unite behind Scotland’s right to decide' ahead of a vote to hold a second independence referendum ...

The National (Scotland)

Tom Hunter called out for bizarre 'false claim' about Scottish tax system

SCOTTISH multi-millionaire Tom Hunter has been urged to correct his “highly misleading claim” that just 250 super-rich individuals pay 60 of…

The National (Scotland)

SNP under pressure over US billionaire's golf course after secret files' revelations

THE new SNP Government is under pressure to confirm that it will reject plans to build a golf course on a protected Highland beach after documents…

The National (Scotland)

John Swinney's indyref2 motion published ahead of Holyrood debate – see the full text

JOHN Swinney’s motion calling on the UK Government to devolve powers for a second Scottish independence referendum to be held has been published.

Evening Standard

John Swinney to host first meeting of ‘streamlined’ Scottish cabinet

The Scottish First Minister will chair the first meeting of his new-look cabinet team on Friday.

Evening Standard

Make economic growth the number one priority, business group urges Swinney

CBI Scotland said Scotland is in a ‘race against time’ to deliver growth amid mounting pressures on the public purse.

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