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John Swinney Apologises as SNP Launches Independent Review After Linden Conviction
John Swinney apologised to victims after Jordan Linden was convicted of 10 offences; SNP ordered an independent review amid criticism over ignored complaints.
- Following Jordan Linden's conviction on Thursday for 10 offences, First Minister John Swinney apologized to victims on Saturday, announcing an independent review of the Scottish National Party's complaints procedures.
- Pressure mounted after reports revealed Swinney ignored a September 2025 letter urging an investigation, while victims claimed they were "called liars" and ignored by party leadership for years.
- North Lanarkshire councillor Cameron McManus told BBC Scotland News the party handled the situation "horrendously," noting that victims were "ignored or it was downplayed" when seeking help within the SNP.
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perspectivemedia.comYousaf: SNP must reflect on criticism in case of sex offender ex-council leader
Jordan Linden was convicted of 10 separate offences on Thursday, including five sexual assaults.
·London, United Kingdom
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