Sturgeon's statement on SNP finances will not be released

Scotland's former first minister, Nicola Sturgeon, gave a written statement to police investigating the SNP's finances, which will not be released, her lawyer has said.

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Sturgeon's statement to police on SNP finances will not be released, says lawyer

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The former first minister exercised her right to give a "no comment" police interview, later sending a written statement to officers.

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Sky Published 14 July 2026

Sturgeon's statement to police on SNP finances will not be released, says lawyer

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Sturgeon's police statement on SNP finances won't be released, says lawyer

The former first minister exercised her right to give a "no comment" police interview, later sending a written statement to officers.

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