# Politics Show: Murrell, Mandelson and double FMQs

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Published: 2026-06-04T16:30:00+00:00
Episode link: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/m002x44h
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## Resource

If you're interested in this episode, you may also like 'How Peter Murrell did it': https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/m002x3yc Natalie and Lynsey and the BBC’s James Cook talk about the questions raised by Peter Murrell's embezzlement of SNP funds; the release of more files relating to Lord Mandelson's appointment as US ambassador; and a shake-up to First Minister's Questions. Scotcast is the BBC’s Scottish news podcast. This episode of the Politics Show is hosted by Natalie Higgins and Lynsey Bews. Get in touch: scotcast@bbc.co.uk

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