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Swinney 'comfortable' with SNP vetting as Sturgeon and Beattie approved

The article discusses the vetting process within the Scottish National Party (SNP) following the approval of candidates like former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon and Colin Beattie, who were both arrested and released without charge in connection with an investigation into the SNP's finances. SNP leader John Swinney expressed his comfort with the party's vetting procedures, despite these high-profile cases. He emphasized that the vetting process is thorough and that the party has robust systems in place to ensure the integrity of its candidates. Swinney also highlighted that the presumption of innocence should be maintained for those involved in the investigation, and he remains confident in the SNP's ability to select trustworthy representatives. The article also touches on the broader implications for the SNP's reputation and the ongoing police investigation into the party's financial dealings.

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[ https://www.msn.com/en-gb/politics/government/swinney-comfortable-with-snp-vetting-as-sturgeon-and-beattie-approved/ar-AA1yB29K ]