Jackie Baillie: “This legal challenge could have significant implications for the disclosure of information.”

Public trust has been badly damaged by the SNP embezzlement scandal, which has not been helped by John Swinney refusing to answer important questions about how it ever took place.

We need to see an end to the culture of cover-up that the SNP has created and a renewed commitment to openness and integrity in government.

We need transparency from the Scottish Legal Aid Board regarding the decision-making process, including why Murrell initially qualified, and what has changed for this now to have been withdrawn.

The SNP has a responsibility to boost participation in this important scheme and make it as easy as possible for GPs to take part.