SNP in talks with taxman over VAT linked to Murrell purchases, Swinney reveals

The SNP has entered discussions with HMRC concerning potential VAT claims related to purchases made by former chief executive Peter Murrell. First Minister John Swinney confirmed the talks follow an internal review of the party's finances amid an ongoing investigation into its accounts.

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