Former First Minister Alex Salmond's belongings are being sought to be seized due to the prices related to court docket proceedings – the Scottish authorized equal of chapter.
Salmond gained a judicial evaluation in opposition to the Scottish Government over its dealing with of two complaints of harassment in opposition to him by civil servants, which have been deemed “suffering from clear bias”. They have been awarded £512,000 in prices.
His former legal professionals, Levy & McRae, at the moment are performing for his spouse Moira in winding up his property.
Senior companion David McKee stated that “exposing the unlawful conduct of the Scottish Government” was “a matter of great satisfaction” for Salmond and his spouse, however that this success got here at “a huge cost” personally and financially.
Mr McKee stated the transfer to nominate a trustee in sequestration on behalf of Salmond's widow was “very unfortunate” however essential “to protect her and creditors' interests”.
He stated: “It is extremely regrettable that Alex had to spend so much time and money clearing his name.
“But most people will understand that faced with such attacks and an unlawful process brought against him, Alex had no choice but to defend himself with every resource available to him.
“The matter will now be handed over to the accountant in bankruptcy and, if appointed, to new trustees in sequestration.”
Salmond died of a coronary heart assault whereas attending an occasion in North Macedonia in October 2024 on the age of 69.
With inputs from BBC