Scottish Parliament Investigates SNP's Alleged Misuse of Public Resources

First Minister John Swinney maintains confidence in staff assurances amid inquiry into stamp usage for election campaigns.

Holyrood officials are examining claims that SNP staff used parliamentary stamps for political campaigning.
John Swinney describes the 'stamp fairy' comments in WhatsApp chats as humorous and denies any wrongdoing.
The Scottish Parliament's regulations prohibit the use of publicly funded resources for party political purposes.
The Scottish Conservatives and Labour have called for transparency and full cooperation with the investigation.
Swinney emphasizes that the SNP's campaign is funded through legal fundraising efforts by party members.