Salmond inquiry having 'chilling effect' on women, say experts

Campaigners believe Holyrood crisis may prevent women from coming forward to report harassment

The Salmond inquiry is having a significant impact on the momentum for change brought about by the #MeToo movement, according to experts and campaigners on workplace harassment.

They have told the Guardian the political crisis convulsing Holyrood had also had a chilling" and demoralising" effect on women in terms of their confidence in reporting unacceptable behaviour.