Peter Murrell
Coverage of Peter Murrell in the Nexus archive.
- Peter Murrell won't appeal his five-year jail sentence for embezzlement - as he begins stint in prison over £400,000 theft of SNP funds
Peter Murrell will not appeal his five-year prison sentence for embezzlement. He is beginning his prison term after stealing £400,000 from SNP funds.
- Scotland: Sturgeon's ex-husband Peter Murrell jailed for 5 years and 3 months
Peter Murrell was sentenced to 5 years and 3 months in prison after pleading guilty to embezzling funds as chief executive of the Scottish National Party. He managed the SNP's finances during his ex-wife Nicola Sturgeon's tenure as Scottish First Minister.
- Former Scottish National Party chief Peter Murrell jailed for embezzling party funds
Peter Murrell was jailed for over five years after admitting to embezzling more than £400,000 of Scottish National Party funds to buy cars, a motorhome, and luxury goods. He is the estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon, who resigned in 2023 before being arrested in the probe into the party’s finances and was later cleared of wrongdoing.
- Estranged husband of former Scottish leader sentenced to 5 years and 3 months in prison
Peter Murrell, estranged husband of former Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon, was sentenced to five years and three months in prison for embezzling over 400,000 pounds from the Scottish National Party to fund a luxury lifestyle. He admitted using party funds to purchase a motorhome, cars, and luxury items like Bremont watches.
- Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband Peter Murrell is jailed for more than five years for embezzling £400,000 from SNP funds to spend on cars, jewellery, and a motorhome
Peter Murrell, Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband, was jailed for more than five years for embezzling £400,000 from SNP funds to spend on cars, jewellery, and a motorhome.
- Peter Murrell's court hearing before Scottish election was postponed 'in the interests of justice'
Peter Murrell's court hearing was postponed before the Scottish election. The postponement was stated to be in the interests of justice.
- Revealed! The remarkable haul of goods bought by Peter Murrell with the money he embezzled from the SNP
Peter Murrell used embezzled funds to purchase a haul of goods. The money was taken from the SNP.
- The Peter Murrell scandal: New videos show police grilling former party chief over embezzlement as he refuses to answer why SNP would need to spend £19k on pens!
The Peter Murrell scandal involves new videos showing police questioning him over embezzlement allegations. He refuses to explain why the SNP would need to spend £19k on pens.
- Peter Murrell sentenced to five years for embezzling SNP funds
Peter Murrell was sentenced to five years in prison for embezzling funds from the Scottish National Party (SNP). He is the estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon and pleaded guilty to the charges last month.
- Sturgeon’s Estranged Husband Gets 5 Years for Embezzlement
Sturgeon’s estranged husband, Peter Murrell, was sentenced to five years for embezzlement. The article references a photographer, Jeff J Mitchell/Getty Images.
- The Peter Murrell scandal: Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband to be sentenced for embezzling £400k from SNP
Peter Murrell, Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband, is to be sentenced for embezzling £400,000 from the SNP. The case involves financial misconduct related to the Scottish National Party.
- Scottish Conservatives win Aberdeen South, ousting SNP
The Scottish Conservatives won the Aberdeen South by-election, defeating the Scottish National Party (SNP). The loss is attributed to voter backlash against the SNP over Peter Murrell’s theft of £400,000 in party funds. SNP’s Stephen Flynn stepped down from the seat to take a position in Holyrood.
- Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband Peter Murrell sold his Portuguese villa after claiming legal aid
Nicola Sturgeon's estranged husband Peter Murrell sold his Portuguese villa after claiming legal aid. The transaction occurred following his request for legal assistance.
- Nicola Sturgeon could keep items her estranged husband Peter Murrell paid for using SNP money unless party sues
Nicola Sturgeon may retain items paid for by her estranged husband Peter Murrell using SNP funds unless the party initiates legal action. The situation hinges on whether the SNP chooses to sue over the matter.
- Nicola Sturgeon looks like 'a broken woman' after Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal, former first minister claims
Nicola Sturgeon appears to be 'a broken woman' following the Peter Murrell embezzlement scandal, according to a former first minister. The claim highlights the impact of the scandal on Sturgeon's public image.
- Now SNP could face a tax probe into whether it reclaimed VAT on bogus purchases made by Peter Murrell
The SNP may be investigated over potential VAT reclaims on purchases made by Peter Murrell. The probe focuses on whether VAT was improperly reclaimed on these transactions.
- SNP in talks with HMRC over potential illegal VAT claims linked to Murrell embezzlement
The SNP is engaging with HMRC regarding potential illegal VAT claims associated with embezzlement linked to Peter Murrell. Peter Murrell, identified as the SNP's former chief executive, appeared at Edinburgh High Court.
- EUAN McCOLM: Peter Murrell will pay the price for his crimes - but John Swinney's reputation might be shredded if he doesn't change his tune
The article discusses Peter Murrell facing consequences for his crimes and warns that John Swinney's reputation could be damaged if he does not alter his stance. EUAN McCOLM is identified as the author or subject making these claims.
- Peter Murrell had total control over the SNP cash he stole as the extent of his crime spree is detailed, with items listed as legal fees and campaign costs
Peter Murrell had total control over the SNP cash he stole, with items listed as legal fees and campaign costs. The extent of his crime spree is detailed in the article.
- Peter Murrell's web of greed laid bare: High Court hears jaw-dropping revelations ex-SNP chief used fake invoices, charge cards and bank transfers to steal £400k from party
Peter Murrell, ex-SNP chief, is accused of stealing £400,000 from the SNP through fake invoices, charge cards, and bank transfers. The High Court is hearing the case involving these allegations of financial misconduct.
- Video games, watches, a motorhome: What was bought in Scottish National Party embezzlement scandal
A former Scottish National Party leader's estranged husband embezzled over 400,000 pounds by creating fake invoices and falsifying records to purchase items like a motorhome, luxury watches, and video games. The individual pleaded guilty to embezzlement and is set for sentencing.
- Motorhome bought by Murrell with stolen SNP money was driven only 4 miles, court told
Peter Murrell bought a £124,550 motorhome using stolen Scottish National Party funds, which was driven only four miles. The vehicle was described as a van in a fake invoice, and luxury items like a silver wine coaster and a robotic lawnmower were listed under false expense categories.
- Peter Murrell bought £3,000 robotic lawnmower and labelled it as 'legal fees' in fake invoices before splurging £23,000 on luxury stationery - as he's brought back to court over £400,000 SNP embezzlement
Peter Murrell used fake invoices to label a £3,000 robotic lawnmower and £23,000 in luxury stationery as legal fees. He faces court over a £400,000 embezzlement case linked to the SNP.
- Tories accuse Starmer of not revealing all his Mandelson messages – UK politics live
Tories accuse Starmer of not revealing all his Mandelson messages. Shadow Cabinet Office minister Alex Burghart says it 'beggars belief' there were not more exchanges between Mandelson and the PM. Peter Murrell appears in court for embezzling over £400,000 from the SNP.
- Scottish opposition leaders criticise Sturgeon interview
Scottish opposition leaders have criticized Nicola Sturgeon's interview. Sturgeon claims she is not responsible for Peter Murrell's theft.
- Scotland’s former leader rejects blame for estranged husband’s embezzlement of party funds
Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s former First Minister, denied responsibility for her estranged husband Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of Scottish National Party funds. Murrell pleaded guilty to stealing over 400,000 pounds from the SNP to fund a lavish lifestyle during his tenure as the party’s chief executive. Sturgeon acknowledged it was a mistake to allow Murrell to remain in his role after she became party leader in 2014.
- Scotland’s former leader rejects blame for estranged husband’s embezzlement of party funds
Nicola Sturgeon, Scotland’s former First Minister, denied responsibility for her estranged husband Peter Murrell’s embezzlement of Scottish National Party funds. Murrell pleaded guilty to stealing over 400,000 pounds to fund a lavish lifestyle during his tenure as SNP chief executive. Sturgeon acknowledged it was a mistake to let him remain in the role after she became party leader in 2014.
- Nicola Sturgeon: I feel as if I’m serving a sentence for a crime I did not commit
Nicola Sturgeon says she feels like she is serving a sentence for a crime she did not commit, related to her ex-husband Peter Murrell's admission to embezzling over £400,000 from the Scottish National Party. Murrell pleaded guilty to embezzling the sum between 2010 and 2022 to fund a lavish personal lifestyle.
- Nicola Sturgeon could face losing her home as estranged husband Peter Murrell faces having to pay back the £400,000 he embezzled from SNP
Nicola Sturgeon could lose her home as her estranged husband, Peter Murrell, faces repaying £400,000 embezzled from the SNP. The funds were misappropriated from the Scottish National Party.
- Nicola Sturgeon: ‘I should not be held responsible for the wrongdoing of men’
Nicola Sturgeon stated she should not be held responsible for her husband Peter Murrell's embezzlement from the SNP. She noted her image appeared on more front pages than his this week.
- Nicola Sturgeon says Peter Murrell put her 'in considerable peril' and vows not to 'hide away' as he admits £400,000 embezzlement
Nicola Sturgeon claims Peter Murrell put her 'in considerable peril' and states she will not 'hide away' as he admits to embezzling £400,000.
- SNP chief Peter Murrell's 'skill at covering tracks' made police probe a complex challenge, says senior officer
SNP chief Peter Murrell's 'skill at covering tracks' complicated a police probe, according to a senior officer. The investigation became a complex challenge due to his actions.
- Sturgeon says she was ‘deceived, misled and betrayed’ by ex-husband Murrell
Nicola Sturgeon stated she was 'deceived, misled and betrayed' by her estranged husband Peter Murrell, who embezzled over £400,000 from the SNP. Murrell has been remanded in custody after pleading guilty to the embezzlement.
- 'I believe Nicola Sturgeon did NOT know. But then, I was very wrong about Peter Murrell,' says former SNP chief executive
A former SNP chief executive admitted being incorrect about Peter Murrell and expressed belief that Nicola Sturgeon was unaware of certain matters. The statement highlights a personal reflection on past judgments.
- A motorhome, bottles of cream, a onesie... Peter Murrell's sleazy purchases leave me with just one question for Nicola Sturgeon: JAN MOIR
Jan Moir questions Nicola Sturgeon about Peter Murrell's purchases, which include a motorhome, bottles of cream, and a onesie. The article highlights these items as part of a discussion involving Sturgeon.
- Nicola Sturgeon says she has had 'probably the worst week of my life' after ex-husband Peter Murrell admitted £400,000 embezzlement
Nicola Sturgeon described having 'probably the worst week of my life' following her ex-husband Peter Murrell's admission to embezzling £400,000.
- 'Has Peter Murrell stolen that too?': Chief of scandal-hit SNP mocked over 'cunning plan' for Scottish independence after Downing Street dismisses latest referendum bid
Peter Murrell, leader of the scandal-hit Scottish National Party (SNP), faces mockery over a proposed 'cunning plan' for Scottish independence after the UK government dismissed a recent referendum request. The article highlights political tensions surrounding the SNP's efforts to advance independence despite opposition.
- Humza Yousaf says he hopes Peter Murrell gets ‘hefty’ sentence over embezzlement charges
Humza Yousaf, former Scottish first minister, has called for a 'hefty' jail sentence for Peter Murrell, who pleaded guilty to embezzling £400,000 from the Scottish National Party. The scandal, which occurred during Yousaf's brief tenure as leader, has cast a 'massive shadow' over his political career.
- As rumours swirl about Peter Murrell's flamboyant tastes in soft furnishings and THAT £125,000 motorhome (parked on his mother's driveway), GUY ADAMS reveals inside story of Nicola Sturgeon's VERY unusual marriage...
The article discusses rumors about Peter Murrell's extravagant spending on a £125,000 motorhome and his taste in soft furnishings, while also focusing on an inside story about Nicola Sturgeon's unconventional marriage.
- SNP accused of ‘embezzling’ voters over Peter Murrell’s theft of party funds
The Scottish National Party (SNP) faces accusations of 'embezzling' voters amid a scandal involving Peter Murrell, its former chief executive, who admitted stealing £400,310.65 from party funds. The controversy overshadowed a motion by John Swinney calling for a second independence referendum.