- Former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and former party treasurer Colin Beattie have been cleared in a police investigation into the SNP's finances.
- Both were arrested in 2023 but released pending further investigation. Police have now said their inquiry into the pair has concluded and no charges have been filed.
- The development follows the court appearance of Peter Murrell, Ms Sturgeon's estranged husband and former SNP chief executive, on Thursday.
- Mr Murrell, arrested and charged in connection with the alleged embezzlement of party funds, was released on bail after a private petition hearing at Edinburgh Sheriff Court. He made no plea or declaration.
- Murrell is separated from former first minister Ms Sturgeon, who announced earlier this year that the couple have “decided to end” their marriage.
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