Rogue MP Margaret Ferrier faces no further action from the Metropolitan Police after a probe on alleged covid rule breaking.
In a statement issued on Thursday the Met said the disgraced MP’s journey from London to Glasgow while she was infected with Covid-19 did not break the law as she had tested positive before the regulation that could have resulted in a £10,000 fine came into effect.
Ferrier still faces possible suspension from parliament by the Commons Standards Committee, who are probing the affair. Police Scotland are also looking into any potential breach north of the border but have not yet made a decision.
Scotland Yard said Ferrier reported herself in relation to her train journey on Tuesday, September 29, between London and Glasgow, following a positive Covid-19 test.
The Met stated: "However, on detailed examination of this new legislation, and following legal advice, it was concluded that this regulation is applicable only after the 28th September 2020. In this case the test occurred prior to the 29th September 2020 and therefore the regulation does not apply.
"As such, there will be no further action in relation to this investigation from the Metropolitan Police. We are in liaison with Police Scotland and have referred the matter to them for consideration."
Ferrier stunned the country after it emerged she'd travelled from Glasgow to London despite having taking a test and, after getting a positive result, travelled back to Scotland on the train.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon called her actions "utterly indefensible" and SNP Westminster leader Ian Blackford said her position is untenable.
Ferrier was quickly suspended from the SNP but has refused to resign. She later said the illness had made her act out of character and accused the SNP of leaving her "hanging out to dry" in wake of public outrage.
A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We are aware of the decision made by the Metropolitan Police Service. We will now assess the circumstances and consult with the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service before taking a decision on next steps."
