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John Swinney: “It is clear that there has been a colossal breach of trust and a systematic series of criminal actions by Peter Murrell.”

On the recordJune 3, 2026
It is clear that there has been a colossal breach of trust and a systematic series of criminal actions by Peter Murrell.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

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Swinney comments on Murrell's actions.

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