Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon described matters as "incredibly difficult" after her husband was charged by police as part of a probe into SNP finances.Ms Sturgeon appealed for privacy as she spoke briefly to journalists outside the home in Glasgow that she shares with Peter Murrell.The 59-year-old former chief executive of the SNP was on Thursday charged by police in connection with the alleged embezzlement of funds.

Former Scottish first minister Nicola Sturgeon described matters as "incredibly difficult" after her husband was charged by police as part of a probe into SNP finances.Ms Sturgeon appealed for privacy as she spoke briefly to journalists outside the home in Glasgow that she shares with Peter Murrell.The 59-year-old former chief executive of the SNP was on Thursday charged by police in connection with the alleged embezzlement of funds.