Overview
- Sally Donald stood down as the SNP candidate in Edinburgh Southern following reports of an investigation into her Adult Disability Payment eligibility.
- Social Security Scotland is reported to be reviewing her claim, and the agency says it does not comment on any active investigations.
- Donald says she met officials in September, provided requested information, and continues to receive the benefit based on an initial assessment.
- Opposition figures from Labour and the Conservatives have called for explanations from the SNP and for potential action depending on the findings.
- Adult Disability Payment is a devolved, in‑work benefit worth up to about £10,000 a year, and no charges or referrals to prosecutors have been announced.