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MSP locked out of Scottish Parliament after toilet camera claims

MSP locked out of Scottish Parliament after toilet camera claims

Summary

A Member of the Scottish Parliament (MSP), Colin Smyth, has been locked out of the Scottish Parliament as part of a criminal investigation. Smyth is suspended by his party, Labour, after being charged with possessing indecent images and reported allegations of placing a camera in a parliament toilet. His parliamentary pass is deactivated while legal proceedings continue.

Key Facts

  • Colin Smyth is an MSP from South Scotland, suspended by the Labour Party.
  • He faces charges related to indecent images of children.
  • There are additional allegations of Smyth placing a camera in a Scottish Parliament toilet.
  • His parliamentary pass has been deactivated as investigations continue.
  • The Scottish Parliamentary Corporate Body decided to deactivate the pass.
  • The parliament informed all building users about the deactivation.
  • The investigation has prompted the availability of confidential support services for staff.
  • Smyth held various roles within the Scottish Labour Party before his suspension.
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