Peter Murrell's legal aid withdrawn after embezzlement conviction
Summary
Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP), was jailed for five years for stealing over £400,000 from the party. His legal aid, which helped cover his legal costs, has been stopped, though he has enough pension money to repay the stolen funds.Key Facts
- Peter Murrell embezzled more than £400,000 from the SNP.
- He was sentenced to five years in prison in June.
- Murrell used the stolen money to buy various items, including a £124,500 motorhome.
- Legal aid, government support for legal fees, was initially given but later withdrawn for Murrell.
- He has over £600,000 in pension accounts and can repay the stolen money.
- Police began investigating SNP finances in 2021, initially focusing on missing funds for an independence campaign.
- Murrell used false invoices, charge cards, and bank transfers to steal money.
- The motorhome bought with stolen funds was found almost unused on his mother’s property.
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