Nicola Sturgeon's lawyer speaks out amid fury over ex-SNP leader's 'no comment' police interview
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Nicola Sturgeon's solicitor has defended her decision to repeatedly answer "no comment" during police questioning, insisting the approach did not obstruct investigators.Aamer Anwar spoke out after it emerged the former SNP leader remained silent throughout an interview at Falkirk police station in June 2023 as part of Operation Branchform.The intervention comes days after her estranged husband Peter Murrell admitted embezzling more than £400,000 from the SNP.Mr Anwar said the advice for Ms Sturgeon to answer "no comment" came from a former senior crown counsel and reflected standard legal guidance.
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TRENDING Stories Videos Your Say He rejected suggestions the strategy had hindered the investigation.Mr Murrell pleaded guilty on Monday to misappropriating party funds over a 12-year period.The money was used to purchase items including a motorhome, vehicles, jewellery and luxury goods, with some gifts allegedly given to Ms Sturgeon.The former First Minister has maintained she had no...
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