Peter Murrell can’t sell his home due to a police investigation into SNP finances, following embezzlement charges linked to his time as CEO
The Lord Advocate, Dorothy Bain, put this restriction on him. It’s all part of a police investigation into how over £600,000 in donations were spent. Murrell was the SNP CEO when this happened, and his wife, Nicola Sturgeon, was the party leader.
They recently announced their separation, but they’re still living together. The police even searched their home last year. It’s been a tough time for both of them.
Murrell’s name popped up in the Register of Inhibitions, which means he can’t sell any property. This is a legal move to prevent him from making any transactions while the investigation is ongoing.
The police probe, called Operation Branchform, has been going on for quite a while now. It’s been a costly affair, with Police Scotland spending around £2 million on it.
Opposition politicians are calling for a quick resolution. They feel this investigation is dragging Scottish politics through the mud.
Sturgeon has maintained she’s done nothing wrong. She’s been pretty vocal about her feelings on the matter, saying it’s out of her control.
It’s a complicated situation, and many are waiting to see how it all unfolds. The investigation has been a hot topic, and it’s clear that both Murrell and Sturgeon are feeling the pressure.
