Salmond wins case against Scottish govt

THE Scottish government has admitted acting unlawfully while investigating sexual harassment claims against Alex Salmond.

Allegations against the former first minister (above), which he denies, were made to the Scottish government a year ago.

The government has now admitted it breached its own guidelines by appointing an investigating officer who had “prior involvement” in the case.

It conceded defeat in its legal fight with Mr Salmond.

Speaking outside the Court of Session in Edinburgh, Mr Salmond said the case had resulted in “abject humiliation” for the Scottish government, which he led from 2007 until 2014.

He added: “I never thought it possible that at any point I would be taking the Scottish government to court.

“While I am glad about the victory which has been achieved today, I am sad that it was necessary to take this action.”