Written Question·Scotland Office·UIN 92513

McClure Solicitors: Discretionary Trusts

Tabled: 19 November 2025
Answered: 26 November 2025

Question

Gareth Thomas

Labour (Co-op)Harrow West

To ask the Secretary of State for Scotland, whether Police Scotland has had discussions with his Department on its investigation into McClures Solicitors asset protection trusts.

Answer

Kirsty McNeill

Police Scotland has not had discussions with the Scotland Office regarding its investigation into McClures Solicitors' asset protection trusts. It would not be appropriate for the Secretary of State or Scotland Office officials to discuss this matter with Police Scotland as the investigating authority. I am aware however that the relevant authorities have been considering any implications for the firm’s clients in England and Wales.