Sturgeon says ‘no comment’ answers during arrest standard legal advice The former first minister’s lawyer said it was standard legal advice. Evening Standard · May 26
Nicola Sturgeon defends ‘no comment’ answers to police while under arrest amid SNP finance probe The former first minister’s lawyer said it was standard legal advice The Independent UK · May 26
John Swinney says Jackie Baillie 'epitomises smears' amid fiery Peter Murrell clash FIRST Minister John Swinney accused a Tory MSP of misleading parliament and Scottish Labour depute leader Jackie Baillie of lacking “decent… The National (Scotland) · May 26
John Swinney says Holyrood vote marks start of push for indyref2 powers “TODAY is the start of a process that I believe will lead Westminster to say yes to a referendum, and Scotland to a yes to independence,” John… The National (Scotland) · May 26
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 · May 26
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 · May 26
Why is there still no answer to the key question which sparked SNP police probe? PETER Murrell has pleaded guilty to embezzlement. But look at some corners of the Scottish press, and you’d be forgiven for thinking ... The National (Scotland) · May 26
Scots Tories fail in bid to quiz prosecutors on 'why Nicola Sturgeon wasn't charged' THE Tories have failed in a bid to force Scotland’s top law officers to publish any reasoning behind decisions not to charge or prosecute Nicola… The National (Scotland) · May 26
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) · May 26
Former SNP treasurer gives statement after Peter Murrell embezzlement FORMER SNP treasurer Colin Beattie has given a statement to the press after Peter Murrell pleaded guilty to embezzling more than £400,000 from the… The National (Scotland) · May 26
What Peter Murrell reportedly said when buying Sturgeon a pendant with SNP funds IN FULL The Independent UK · May 26
JK Rowling wades into row on 'misogynistic' attacks on Sturgeon over husband's crimes A TORY MSP has been reported to Scottish parliamentary authorities for alleged “bullying” amid a row over Peter Murrell’s criminal activities… The National (Scotland) · May 26
Peter Murrell told jeweller ‘I’m the man with the money’ while buying Sturgeon gift – report The former SNP chief executive bought a £425 gold pendant which Nicola Sturgeon was reportedly later seen wearing The Independent UK · May 26
The Independent UK · May 26 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
Evening Standard · May 26 Murrell told jeweller ‘I’m the man with the money’ – reports Peter Murrell has pleaded guilty to embezzlement.
Evening Standard · May 26 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.
International Business Times UK · May 26 Peter Murrell Trial Reveals Coffee Machines, Robot Mowers and Other Luxury Items Bought With Stolen SNP Funds Peter Murrell, former SNP chief, misappropriated £400,310 from political donations for personal luxury purchases, including cars, watches, and tech gadgets, shocking supporters and sparking public outrage.
The Independent UK · May 25 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 Guardian - UK · May 25 Luxury watches, iPads and a Jaguar: what Peter Murrell bought with embezzled funds Former SNP chief executive blew chunks of the stolen £400,310 on high-end watches, jewellery and coffee machines
The National (Scotland) · May 25 Nicola Sturgeon hits back at accusations as Peter Murrell admits embezzlement NICOLA Sturgeon has hit back at accusations after her estranged husband Peter Murrell was remanded in custody after pleading guilty to embezzling…
Evening Standard · May 25 Sturgeon ‘had no suspicion’ personal items were purchased with SNP funds The former first minister of Scotland said she was not aware of many of the items being purchased by Peter Murrell.
The Times of India · May 25 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…
Evening Standard · May 25 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.
The Times of India · May 25 Jaguar, motorhome, luxury watches: Scottish leader Peter Murrell admits embezzling £4 lakh from SNP funds Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP), has pleaded guilty to embezzling more than £400,000 from the party over a 12-year period, in one of Scotland’s biggest political finance scandals in recent years.