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SNP MP Dave Doogan labeled a proposed House of Commons inquiry into Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of party funds as a partisan political stunt. While opposition politicians argue an investigation is necessary to address governance failures, Doogan claims such a move would set a dangerous precedent and abuse the parliamentary committee system.
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5 outlets · 6 articles · first seen 8 Jun 2026, 12:56 · last updated 9 Jun 2026, 11:56
While both outlets report on the SNP's characterisation of the inquiry as a partisan stunt, the pro-market framing emphasizes the legitimacy of governance concerns whereas the pro-labour framing highlights the potential for Westminster interference in Scottish party sovereignty.
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