Police Investigate False Oath in Salmond Inquiry

Police are investigating whether James Hynd, a senior civil servant, provided a false statement under oath during an inquiry into sexual harassment allegations against former First Minister Alex Salmond. Salmond is seeking significant damages and compensation for loss of earnings, alleging malfeasance by various Scottish Government officials, including claims of improper conduct and attempts to injure him. The inquiry into the handling of complaints against Salmond concluded that the government's investigation was seriously flawed. The ongoing police investigation, named Operation Broadcroft, is focused on whether Hynd committed perjury. Salmond's legal team argues that the investigation was botched and involved various misconducts by civil servants. Former First Minister Nicola Sturgeon has denied any involvement in a cover-up or conspiracy related to the case.