Former Scottish First Minister Jack McConnell has called for a joint inquiry between Holyrood and Westminster regarding the embezzlement of £400,000 from the Scottish National Party (SNP) by Peter Murrell. McConnell suggested that the Commons Public Accounts Committee should collaborate with the equivalent committee in the Scottish Parliament to ensure that the investigation is perceived as neutral and not an intrusion by the UK Parliament into Scottish affairs. He emphasized the importance of addressing issues related to political party funding, the use of public money, and the transparency of small donations. This call for inquiry follows First Minister John Swinney's rejection of a Holyrood investigation, leading the Westminster's Scottish Affairs Committee to consider its own probe, which has garnered support from eight of its eleven members. Work and Pensions Secretary Pat McFadden has also expressed support for the inquiry, underscoring the need for transparency in light of the SNP's dominance in Scottish politics and the surrounding culture of secrecy. The inquiry aims to make recommendations to prevent similar incidents in the future and strengthen democratic processes.