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Jackie Baillie: Scotland’s legal aid system is under enormous pressure and too many people struggle to access support – so it is…

On the recordAugust 9, 2026
Scotland’s legal aid system is under enormous pressure and too many people struggle to access support – so it is astonishing that Peter Murrell was able to have all his legal costs paid for by the taxpayer.
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Jackie Baillie
Scottish Labour

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Discussing the impact of Murrell's legal aid on the system.

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