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‘No evidence’ SNP MSPs misused parliament stamps for election

The SPCB said: “Following a thorough investigation, officials have found no evidence that stamps were used inappropriately. Therefore, no further action is required.

“Ahead of the next session the SPCB will carry out a review of stamp purchasing, as part of its sessional review of the members’ expenses scheme, to ensure the current approach is the most suitable.”

MSPs are allowed to spend up to £5,500 a year on postage and stationery as part of parliamentary resources.

The Scottish Parliament’s rules state that they “must be used only for parliamentary duties and must not be used for any other purpose, including party political purposes”.

There are legal limits on how much political parties and candidates are allowed to spend during campaigns.

First Minister John Swinney said last month he was confident no public money had been used on the SNP’s election campaign.


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