Former Catalan minister Clara Ponsati hands herself into police as she faces extradition to Spain

Amar Anwar, lawyer for Professor Clara Pasotti, discusses her arrest and extradition to Edinburgh Sheriff Court. Clara faces charges of violent rebellion and misappropriation of public funds by Spanish authorities. Her legal team plans a robust defense, viewing the charges as political persecution. Clara is grateful for the support from Scotland, including Nicola Sturgeon and the Scottish Government. She respects the independence of the Scottish judiciary and awaits the extradition hearing, where her team will apply for bail.

Who is representing Professor Clara Pasotti in her legal matters?

• The Spanish Government

• Amar Anwar

• Nicola Sturgeon

• The Scottish Government

What are the charges against Clara Pasotti?

• Tax evasion and fraud

• Violent rebellion and misappropriation of public funds

• Espionage and treason

• Bribery and corruption

How does Clara Pasotti view the charges against her?

• As political persecution

• As a minor issue

• As a misunderstanding

• As justified

Which university has shown support for Clara Pasotti?

• University of Edinburgh

• Saint Andrews University

• University of Aberdeen

• University of Glasgow

What is the stance of the Scottish Government regarding the judiciary's independence?

• They should interfere in the process

• They should respect the judiciary's independence

• They should expedite the process

• They should ignore the judiciary's decisions