We have an independent, investigative and legal system that can look into political parties and ensure that expenses are checked, but I have to say that for Members of the Scottish National party to give lectures about good practice during election campaigning is a bit rich. There are plenty of independent-minded journalists who very much resented the bullying to which they were subjected during the last Scottish election campaign and referendum.
Business of the House
Proceeding contribution from
David Lidington
(Conservative)
in the House of Commons on Thursday, 19 January 2017.
It occurred during Business statement on Business of the House.
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