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Former SNP chief Peter Murrell sentenced to more than five years for embezzling party funds
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Former SNP chief executive Peter Murrell has been sentenced to over five years in prison for embezzling more than £400,000 in party funds. The judge described the crime as a significant breach of trust, noting that the funds were used for personal purchases.
Why it matters
This marks a major legal conclusion to a high-profile political scandal that has impacted the Scottish National Party's reputation.
Murrell did not react as his sentence was delivered
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