Lord Advocate says claims of interference in Salmond probe ‘wholly without foundation’

The Scottish Lord Advocate today dismissed claims of interference in the Alex Salmond probe as ‘wholly without foundation’. Giving evidence to a Holyrood committee, James Wolffe QC said he had recused himself from key decisions over the probe into handling of allegations against the former First Minister. And he flatly rejected that idea that the … Read more

Pressure on Westminster as Scottish MPs reject ‘wholly inappropriate’ pay rise during the pandemic

Over to you, Westminster: Scottish MPs reject 5.1 per cent pay rise saying it is ‘wholly inappropriate’ during the pandemic, ratcheting up the pressure on UK politicians to do the same with planned £3,000 salary boost MSPs at Holyrood were in line for a 5.1 per cent rise on £64,470 pay next year But cross-party … Read more