MP Margaret Ferrier, who travelled by train with Covid, faces a 30-day suspension from the Commons, which could lead to a by-election being held in her constituency
Margaret Ferrier had the SNP whip removed after the allegations emerged but still sits as an independent MP An MP who travelled by train when she knew she had Covid faces a 30-day suspension from the Commons, which could lead to a by-election being held in her constituency., MP for Rutherglen and Hamilton, was found to have breached the Code of Conduct for MPs potentially causing harm to others and bringing the reputation of the House of Commons into question.
Instead of self-isolating in London, Ms Ferrier travelled back by train to Scotland the following morning. A 30-day suspension from the Commons has been recommended for Ms Ferrier which, once approved by MPs, could lead to a by-election in her seat. It is unlikely that she will be able to stand in the by-election as an SNP MP, and so faces the possibility of losing her seat if she is not readmitted to the party.
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