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On the recordJune 9, 2026
I therefore do not support the establishment of a parliamentary inquiry, because we have had an investigation and it convicted somebody for embezzling from my party’s funds.
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John Swinney
Scottish National Party

Editor's note · Context

Stating his position on a parliamentary inquiry.

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