SNP Golden Goodbyes (August 20, 2021)


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Here's a reminder of other crazy 'rules' followed by the Holyrood Parliament - tens of thousands paid to MSPs in hugely generous severance payments even if:

  • the MSP's conduct/performance has been poor, questionable or unacceptable (Derek Mackay - SNP) 
  • the MSP in question is taking up a new job (Aileen Campbell - SNP) 
  • the MSP is retiring with a handsome pension (Mike Russell - SNP)
  • the MSP resigns in disgrace after lying to the public, the press and the Scottish Parliament (Michael Matheson)

The Westminster Parliament said it was only 'following the rules' of course when the great MPs expenses scandal was exposed, but that didn't cut any ice in the court of public opinion - and nor should this golden goodbye racket at Holyrood.

  

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