SNP Veteran Politician Arrested in Fundraising Probe
Police Scotland Detains Former SNP Treasurer
Mr Beattie, 71, was arrested and is currently being questioned by Police Scotland officers. The arrest ties into an ongoing investigation into the SNP’s fundraising and financial affairs.
Report to Crown Office Expected
A police spokesman confirmed a report will soon be submitted to the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, signalling serious developments in the probe.
Political Career Under Spotlight
Mr Beattie represents Midlothian North and Musselburgh in the Scottish Parliament. He served as SNP treasurer for 16 years before losing an internal election in 2020 to Douglas Chapman. However, he reclaimed the role in 2021 after Chapman’s resignation.
