Scotland’s first minister is appearing before MSPs, amid multiple allegations that she broke the ministerial code
Sturgeon takes the oath and begins her opening statement.
She says the spotlight shone on workplace harassment in late 2017 was long coming and it was right for the Scottish government to review its processes.
The committee hearing has commenced. It is convened by the SNP’s Linda Fabiani who is just setting out the background and rules.
I have already mentioned Salmond’s lawyer, Duncan Hamilton. Other key characters whose names are likely to come up in the committee hearing, include
Peter Murrell, Sturgeon’s husband and chief executive of the SNP.
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