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Peter Murrell, the former chief executive of the SNP and estranged husband of Nicola Sturgeon, has been granted legal aid by the Scottish Legal Aid Board as he faces embezzlement charges. The 60-year-old was arrested in April 2023 during a police investigation into the SNP's finances and appeared at Edinburgh Sheriff Court in March, where he made no plea. The Scottish Legal Aid Board confirmed that no payments have been made yet, stating: "When assessing an applicant's eligibility for legal aid we look at their financial position at the time of their application." Legal aid is typically provided to those unable to afford legal representation, although some may still need to contribute financially.
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