Meghan Gallacher has resigned as Scottish Conservative deputy leader amid concerns over the alleged conduct of Douglas Ross.
The leadership candidate said she resigned earlier today, citing concerns her role would present a “conflict of interest” as she seeks to replace Ross as the head of the party in Scotland.
However, she said she was “deeply troubled” at the allegations reported in the Telegraph that Ross had asked to replace a candidate who was contesting the Moray West, Nairn and Strathspey seat in the Westminster General Election.
She said: “I was completely unaware of discussions surrounding a candidate that took place in July 2023. Following the story being published, there is a potential risk to the reputation of our party and the leadership contest moving forward.”
Meghan Gallacher
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Former scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross alongside deputy leader Meghan Gallacher in the main chamber
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Scottish Conservative Party Meghan Gallacher MSP
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