The SNP embezzlement scandal has thus far trained its spotlight on Peter Murrell and his penchant for pilfery, and on his estranged spouse Nicola Sturgeon, a strategic mastermind with the observational skills of Mr Magoo.

Former first minister claims she has been made a scapegoat for ex-husband’s indiscretions

Murrell, who is due to appear before the court again later this month, is reportedly set to offer the judge overseeing his case a plea deal that could see him pledge to repay the…