Nicola Sturgeon read Michelle Thomson allegations in newspaper

Nicola Sturgeon has said she first knew about the allegations surrounding SNP MP Michelle Thomson when they were published by The Sunday Times.

The Edinburgh West MP has withdrawn from the SNP whip following a police investigation into property deals with which she was connected. Ms Thomson denies wrongdoing.

Speaking to journalists, Ms Sturgeon says she will wait for the investigation to take its course.

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