Key facts
- Peter Murrell admitted to embezzling £400,000 from the SNP.
- The funds were allegedly used for personal items.
- A former First Minister stated the scandal is embarrassing Scotland globally.
Peter Murrell, former chief executive of the Scottish National Party (SNP) and husband of former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, has admitted to embezzling £400,000 from party funds. The funds were allegedly used for personal purchases. A former First Minister has commented that the scandal is causing international embarrassment for Scotland.