Introduction

The SNP treasurer Colin Beattie who was arrested by police investigating the party's finances has been released without charge pending further investigation.

To untangle what this all means for the party and its new leader, Adam is joined by Scotland editor, James Cook, and chief political correspondent, Nick Eardley.

Also, after two major sport events are disrupted by protesters, former captain of the Wales women’s football team, Laura McAllister, and sociology professor, Dr Graeme Hayes, assess how effective protests can be in the sporting arena.

Today's Newscast was presented by Adam Fleming. It was made by Tim Walklate with Cat Farnsworth and Cordelia Hemming. The technical producer was Emma Crowe. The editor is Sam Bonham.