SNP accused of ‘embezzling’ voters over Peter Murrell’s theft of party funds
The Scottish National Party (SNP) faces accusations of embezzling voter trust following Peter Murrell's guilty plea for misusing party funds. First Minister John Swinney's push for a second independence referendum has been overshadowed by this scandal. Opposition leaders criticize the SNP for prioritizing its ambitions over the needs of the public amidst a cost-of-living crisis.
- ▪Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the SNP, pleaded guilty to embezzling over £400,000 from party funds.
- ▪John Swinney attempted to focus on a second independence referendum during a parliamentary session, despite the ongoing scandal.
- ▪Opposition leaders have accused the SNP of selfishness and misusing funds donated by supporters.
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The first minister, John Swinney, arriving for a debate on independence for Scotland on Tuesday. Photograph: Jane Barlow/PAView image in fullscreenThe first minister, John Swinney, arriving for a debate on independence for Scotland on Tuesday. Photograph: Jane Barlow/PAScottish National party (SNP)SNP accused of ‘embezzling’ voters over Peter Murrell’s theft of party fundsScottish National party’s attempt to focus on call for independence referendum overshadowed by embezzlement scandalSeverin Carrell Scotland editorTue 26 May 2026 11.51 EDTLast modified on Tue 26 May 2026 11.52 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThe Scottish National party was accused of “embezzling” voters after opposition leaders highlighted the crisis over Peter Murrell’s misuse of £400,000 from party funds.The…
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