The Presiding Officer of the Scottish Parliament revealed she is “absolutely appalled” over allegations a secret camera was placed in a Holyrood toilet.

South Scotland MSP Colin Smyth has been charged in connection with the allegations, which he says he “strongly refutes”.

Addressing MSPs as parliament returned on Tuesday after the summer break, Presiding Officer Alison Johnstone said: “I am absolutely appalled that anyone would have to face a situation such as this in the parliament or, indeed, in any workplace or any other environment.

“We all feel shock and hurt at the recent allegations relating to an elected member and the reports of a shocking invasion of privacy.

“The safety and welfare of everyone who works in this building are our priority. These circumstances are unpreceden

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