Scottish MP Margaret Ferrier in court accused of breaching covid guidance

The Rutherglen and Hamilton West MP is charged with culpable and reckless conduct

Author: Paul KellyPublished 3rd Feb 2021
Last updated 3rd Feb 2021

Rutherglen and Hamilton West MP Margaret Ferrier has appeared in court charged with culpable and reckless conduct.

The former SNP representative is accused of ignoring coronavirus regulations by travelling between Glasgow and London last September.

The 60-year-old allegedly showed covid symptoms and made the trip by train.

It is claimed the suspended politician made the trip back to Glasgow after receiving a positive result.

Ferrier answered an invite warrant and made no plea at Glasgow Sheriff Court.

The hearing lasted two minutes and Ferrier was granted bail by Sheriff Alan Mackenzie.

Ferrier was bailed pending further examination meantime.

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