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.
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
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Jackie Baillie
Scottish Labour
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heraldscotland.comEditor's note · Context
Discussing the impact of Murrell's legal aid on the system.
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