Suspended Labour MSP Colin Smyth has been charged over allegations that a secret camera was placed in toilets inside the Scottish parliament, adding to previous charges relating to indecent images.
The 52-year-old South Scotland MSP was arrested on Tuesday 5 August and charged in connection with possession of indecent images. He now faces a further police charge regarding the camera allegations, reportedly made on Thursday evening.
The Scottish Parliament confirmed that Smyth's parliamentary pass has been deactivated. Chief executive David McGill emailed MSPs, acknowledging the charges may be upsetting and reminding staff of confidential support services.
Police Scotland executed a warrant at a property in Dumfries, leading to his arrest. He is due to appear at Dumfries Sheriff Court at a later date. Scottish Labour confirmed the whip has been removed pending investigation.
On Friday morning, presiding officer Alison Johnstone and Mr McGill assured building users that Police Scotland had swept all toilets and changing rooms, finding no covert recording devices. Smyth previously said he was co-operating fully with inquiries and asked for privacy for his family and friends.
