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Lanarkshire politicians call for Margaret Ferrier to resign after shamed MP pleads guilty to 'inexcusable actions'

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Shamed MP Margaret Ferrier's breach of Covid rules have been deemed "inexcusable" as local politicians speak out following her guilty plea this week.

On Thursday, The Rutherglen and Hamilton West representative admitted putting people's lives at risk by travelling to Westminster by train despite knowing she was displaying coronavirus symptoms in 2020.

Ms Ferrier should have self-isolated while waiting for test results, but instead travelled to London, spoke in Parliament and dined with another MP before learning she had tested positive.

She then travelled back to her Cambuslang home. The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android The resulting fallout saw Ms Ferrier condemned across the political divide, and be suspended by the SNP.However, she has continually refused to resign, and currently sits in Parliament as an independent.

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