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The SNP is in discussions with HMRC regarding potential VAT fraud linked to Peter Murrell's embezzlement of over £400,000. Murrell, the party's former CEO, admitted to falsifying invoices for personal purchases, which may have led to illegal VAT claims. SNP leader John Swinney confirmed the talks, stating: "The issues on the implications of Peter Murrell's admission of guilt about the embezzlement... do have potential implications in relation to the payment of taxation." Scottish Labour leader Anas Sarwar has called for a full investigation into the matter. Swinney confirmed the SNP plans to take legal action against Murrell to recover the embezzled party funds. The party will seek compensation under the Proceeds of Crime Act and pursue a civil claim, following unanimous backing from its governing body.
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