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Protesters and Highland snow: photos of the day Thursday

Father Christmas's post office in Bordeaux, staffed by 60 elves, expects to handle 1.3 million letters this Christmas, embracing both traditional and digital formats.
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Sir Alan Bates tells PM 'clock is still ticking' on Post Office compensation

Urgent call for compensation for Horizon scandal victims by March 2025.

Post Office believes it took 36m from subpostmasters with unexplained losses | Computer Weekly

The Post Office owes subpostmasters around £36 million due to flaws in their accounting system, warranting a financial redress scheme.

Post Office boss Nick Read 'inadequate, greedy and self-interested', whistleblowers tell inquiry | Computer Weekly

Nick Read's leadership has significantly eroded trust in the Post Office amidst ongoing scandals and staff frustration.

Post Office and Fujitsu: from blood brothers to bad blood | Computer Weekly

Strained relationship between Post Office and IT supplier Fujitsu amid Horizon scandal.

Post Office chief executive Nick Read set to resign

Nick Read will resign as Post Office chief executive amidst Horizon scandal fallout, recognizing the challenges faced and the need for continued support for postmasters.

Post Office scandal: Inquiry's final phase exposes dysfunction past and present | Computer Weekly

The Horizon scandal highlights enduring injustices faced by subpostmasters due to malfunctioning IT systems over the past 25 years.

Sir Alan Bates tells PM 'clock is still ticking' on Post Office compensation

Urgent call for compensation for Horizon scandal victims by March 2025.

Post Office believes it took 36m from subpostmasters with unexplained losses | Computer Weekly

The Post Office owes subpostmasters around £36 million due to flaws in their accounting system, warranting a financial redress scheme.

Post Office boss Nick Read 'inadequate, greedy and self-interested', whistleblowers tell inquiry | Computer Weekly

Nick Read's leadership has significantly eroded trust in the Post Office amidst ongoing scandals and staff frustration.

Post Office and Fujitsu: from blood brothers to bad blood | Computer Weekly

Strained relationship between Post Office and IT supplier Fujitsu amid Horizon scandal.

Post Office chief executive Nick Read set to resign

Nick Read will resign as Post Office chief executive amidst Horizon scandal fallout, recognizing the challenges faced and the need for continued support for postmasters.

Post Office scandal: Inquiry's final phase exposes dysfunction past and present | Computer Weekly

The Horizon scandal highlights enduring injustices faced by subpostmasters due to malfunctioning IT systems over the past 25 years.
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Hundreds join fight to save post office 'at the heart of the community'

The Cricklewood post office is crucial for the local community and is facing closure, prompting widespread public concern and petitions.
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Ex-Fujitsu boss admits Post Office meetings where Horizon discussed

The former Fujitsu UK CEO held four meetings with the Post Office chief, contradicting claims of only one meeting and highlighting issues with the Horizon system.

Can the Post Office project to replace Horizon be rescued? | Computer Weekly

The replacement of the Horizon IT system is critical but facing severe management and technical challenges, resulting in significant delays and budgetary issues.

Post Office requested four-year Horizon extension, as Fujitsu boss arrived at public inquiry | Computer Weekly

Fujitsu's European boss urges caution in extending the controversial Horizon contract with the Post Office, highlighting concerns over the system's aging technology.

Post Office chasing sub-postmistress for payment

Sub-postmistress facing loss of home and business due to Horizon system issues
Post Office still pursuing shortfall payments from affected sub-postmistresses

Watch live: Fujitsu employees give evidence in Post Office scandal Horizon IT inquiry

Fujitsu employees will give evidence in the Post Office scandal Horizon IT inquiry.
The Commons' Business and Trade Committee will focus on providing compensation to victims of the Horizon scandal.

Post office investigators were set targets' for recovering money from postmasters

Former Post Office investigator reveals he was given a target to recover money from accused subpostmasters
MPs send letters requesting information on public sector contracts awarded to Fujitsu
Post Office investigator felt under pressure due to mounting backlogs

Ex-Fujitsu boss admits Post Office meetings where Horizon discussed

The former Fujitsu UK CEO held four meetings with the Post Office chief, contradicting claims of only one meeting and highlighting issues with the Horizon system.

Can the Post Office project to replace Horizon be rescued? | Computer Weekly

The replacement of the Horizon IT system is critical but facing severe management and technical challenges, resulting in significant delays and budgetary issues.

Post Office requested four-year Horizon extension, as Fujitsu boss arrived at public inquiry | Computer Weekly

Fujitsu's European boss urges caution in extending the controversial Horizon contract with the Post Office, highlighting concerns over the system's aging technology.

Post Office chasing sub-postmistress for payment

Sub-postmistress facing loss of home and business due to Horizon system issues
Post Office still pursuing shortfall payments from affected sub-postmistresses

Watch live: Fujitsu employees give evidence in Post Office scandal Horizon IT inquiry

Fujitsu employees will give evidence in the Post Office scandal Horizon IT inquiry.
The Commons' Business and Trade Committee will focus on providing compensation to victims of the Horizon scandal.

Post office investigators were set targets' for recovering money from postmasters

Former Post Office investigator reveals he was given a target to recover money from accused subpostmasters
MPs send letters requesting information on public sector contracts awarded to Fujitsu
Post Office investigator felt under pressure due to mounting backlogs
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'Closing high street post office would be blow to our community'

The Golders Green post office is critical to the local economy and community, prompting a petition to prevent its closure.
#branch-closures

Post Office could be set to close 115 branches putting 1000s of jobs at risk

The Post Office plans to close 115 unprofitable branches, impacting over 1000 jobs, to improve financial performance.

MAPPED: Full list of Post Office branches at risk of closing - is there one near you?

The Post Office could close over 100 branches in the UK, risking thousands of jobs to increase postmaster pay by £250 million.

Which London Post Office branches could close? Full list of 32 at risk

Post Office to close over 100 branches in the UK, with 32 in London, to boost postmaster incomes by £250m over five years.

Croydon post office among 115 across the country at risk of closure

Over 100 Post Office branches, including Croydon, are at risk of closure or transfer due to major structural changes.

Post Office could be set to close 115 branches putting 1000s of jobs at risk

The Post Office plans to close 115 unprofitable branches, impacting over 1000 jobs, to improve financial performance.

MAPPED: Full list of Post Office branches at risk of closing - is there one near you?

The Post Office could close over 100 branches in the UK, risking thousands of jobs to increase postmaster pay by £250 million.

Which London Post Office branches could close? Full list of 32 at risk

Post Office to close over 100 branches in the UK, with 32 in London, to boost postmaster incomes by £250m over five years.

Croydon post office among 115 across the country at risk of closure

Over 100 Post Office branches, including Croydon, are at risk of closure or transfer due to major structural changes.
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The two south east London Post Offices at risk of closure

Two southeast London Post Offices face potential closure due to a broader restructuring effort affecting over 100 branches nationwide.
The Post Office is under commercial pressure, leading to a significant cultural overhaul and potential job losses.
Around half of the Post Office's branches are not profitable, indicating financial challenges that need addressing.
#business-restructuring

All the north London post offices that may face closure

The Post Office is facing significant restructuring, with 115 branches at risk of closure, including several in north London.

Post Office could close 115 branches with jobs at risk

The Post Office is undergoing significant restructuring, risking numerous jobs and branches, to address financial losses and competition in the market.

All the north London post offices that may face closure

The Post Office is facing significant restructuring, with 115 branches at risk of closure, including several in north London.

Post Office could close 115 branches with jobs at risk

The Post Office is undergoing significant restructuring, risking numerous jobs and branches, to address financial losses and competition in the market.
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Post Office is 'considering the future' of Harold Hill branch

The future of the Harold Hill Post Office is uncertain amid a review of 115 branches potentially up for closure.
#horizon-it-scandal

Post office operators will not all get payouts by March deadline, says minister

The compensation process for victims of the Horizon IT scandal may not meet the March 2025 deadline, according to postal minister Gareth Thomas.

Post Office faces backlash over potential closure of 115 branches as jobs and services are at risk

Potential closure of 115 Crown Post Office branches threatens 1,000 jobs amidst efforts to achieve financial stability and address community reliance on these services.

Post Office cuts: Full list of London branches at risk of closure

The Post Office is restructuring, risking 100+ branches and 1,000 jobs, to boost postmaster pay and improve operations after the Horizon scandal.

Post Office CEO Nick Read faces questions for second day over Horizon scandal - live

Post Office CEO Nick Read stressed the need for transparency and accountability in the inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal.

Post Office chief executive Nick Read to face questions at Horizon Inquiry - live

Nick Read faces scrutiny at the Horizon IT inquiry, highlighting leadership failures amid wrongful prosecutions linked to IT system errors.

Minister hints at new law to quash all 800 Horizon scandal convictions

Rishi Sunak is considering an emergency bill to quash all 800 Horizon IT scandal convictions.
Former Post Office boss Paula Vennells will return her CBE following the scandal fallout.

Post office operators will not all get payouts by March deadline, says minister

The compensation process for victims of the Horizon IT scandal may not meet the March 2025 deadline, according to postal minister Gareth Thomas.

Post Office faces backlash over potential closure of 115 branches as jobs and services are at risk

Potential closure of 115 Crown Post Office branches threatens 1,000 jobs amidst efforts to achieve financial stability and address community reliance on these services.

Post Office cuts: Full list of London branches at risk of closure

The Post Office is restructuring, risking 100+ branches and 1,000 jobs, to boost postmaster pay and improve operations after the Horizon scandal.

Post Office CEO Nick Read faces questions for second day over Horizon scandal - live

Post Office CEO Nick Read stressed the need for transparency and accountability in the inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal.

Post Office chief executive Nick Read to face questions at Horizon Inquiry - live

Nick Read faces scrutiny at the Horizon IT inquiry, highlighting leadership failures amid wrongful prosecutions linked to IT system errors.

Minister hints at new law to quash all 800 Horizon scandal convictions

Rishi Sunak is considering an emergency bill to quash all 800 Horizon IT scandal convictions.
Former Post Office boss Paula Vennells will return her CBE following the scandal fallout.
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#public-inquiry

Ministers explore plan to hand Post Office to subpostmasters

Ministers are exploring transforming the Post Office into a co-operative, focusing on subpostmaster control amidst significant financial losses and historical miscarriages of justice.

Subpostmasters living years with disputed but unresolved debts to the Post Office, inquiry told | Computer Weekly

Subpostmasters are burdened by unresolved debts and ongoing unexplained shortfalls linked to the Horizon IT system, demanding urgent resolution from the Post Office.

Botched Post Office website upgrade caused serious data breach | Computer Weekly

A human error during a website upgrade led to a serious Post Office data breach, exposing personal details of subpostmasters.

Post Office IT department's focus on chasing a discount meant botched procurement | Computer Weekly

The Post Office rushed hardware purchases for its New Branch IT project, leading to wasted resources and project delays.

Ministers explore plan to hand Post Office to subpostmasters

Ministers are exploring transforming the Post Office into a co-operative, focusing on subpostmaster control amidst significant financial losses and historical miscarriages of justice.

Subpostmasters living years with disputed but unresolved debts to the Post Office, inquiry told | Computer Weekly

Subpostmasters are burdened by unresolved debts and ongoing unexplained shortfalls linked to the Horizon IT system, demanding urgent resolution from the Post Office.

Botched Post Office website upgrade caused serious data breach | Computer Weekly

A human error during a website upgrade led to a serious Post Office data breach, exposing personal details of subpostmasters.

Post Office IT department's focus on chasing a discount meant botched procurement | Computer Weekly

The Post Office rushed hardware purchases for its New Branch IT project, leading to wasted resources and project delays.
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#scandal

Former Post Office IT boss alleged to have misrepresented alternative to in-house build | Computer Weekly

Post Office is investigating allegations of misrepresentation in the NBIT project involving key technology teams and senior executives.

Who is the subject of the Post Office's Project Tiger investigation? | Computer Weekly

Post Office's internal investigations, including Project Tiger, highlight a belated attempt to address complaints while past issues remain unaddressed.

Former Post Office IT boss alleged to have misrepresented alternative to in-house build | Computer Weekly

Post Office is investigating allegations of misrepresentation in the NBIT project involving key technology teams and senior executives.

Who is the subject of the Post Office's Project Tiger investigation? | Computer Weekly

Post Office's internal investigations, including Project Tiger, highlight a belated attempt to address complaints while past issues remain unaddressed.
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#subpostmasters

Subpostmaster says he used his mother's life savings to pay 20k Post Office debt

Former subpostmaster used mother's life savings to pay the Post Office after false accusations
Rishi Sunak plans new legislation to clear the names of wrongfully convicted subpostmasters

Post Office Horizon IT inquiry: Paula Vennells to be questioned by lawyers representing victims live

The Post Office Horizon IT inquiry at Aldwych House in London is investigating the wrongful prosecution of over 700 subpostmasters between 1999 and 2015 due to faulty systems.

Post Office CTO had 'nagging doubts' about Horizon system

The former CTO had doubts about the Horizon system's reliability but continued to support its integrity publicly.

Government considering mass pardons to clear names of subpostmasters, minister says

The government is considering mass pardons for subpostmasters wrongly accused of fraud by the Post Office.
Parliament interfering with the independent judicial process is a solution that could be adopted.

Post Office apologises for IT problem text alert that was never sent | Computer Weekly

The Post Office has apologized for failing to send a text alert to subpostmasters about a critical IT system failure.

Subpostmaster says he used his mother's life savings to pay 20k Post Office debt

Former subpostmaster used mother's life savings to pay the Post Office after false accusations
Rishi Sunak plans new legislation to clear the names of wrongfully convicted subpostmasters

Post Office Horizon IT inquiry: Paula Vennells to be questioned by lawyers representing victims live

The Post Office Horizon IT inquiry at Aldwych House in London is investigating the wrongful prosecution of over 700 subpostmasters between 1999 and 2015 due to faulty systems.

Post Office CTO had 'nagging doubts' about Horizon system

The former CTO had doubts about the Horizon system's reliability but continued to support its integrity publicly.

Government considering mass pardons to clear names of subpostmasters, minister says

The government is considering mass pardons for subpostmasters wrongly accused of fraud by the Post Office.
Parliament interfering with the independent judicial process is a solution that could be adopted.

Post Office apologises for IT problem text alert that was never sent | Computer Weekly

The Post Office has apologized for failing to send a text alert to subpostmasters about a critical IT system failure.
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Accused burglar breaks into closed post office, steals mail in California, feds say

A Bakersfield man pleaded guilty to a federal burglary of a post office, facing potential prison time and fines.
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Former Post Office bosses not held to account' over Horizon scandal, CEO suggests

Previous Post Office leaders may not have been held accountable for issues with the Horizon IT system, contributing to wrongful prosecutions of subpostmasters.

Paula Vennells shown damning text from ex-Royal Mail chief: I think you knew'

Paula Vennells faces accusation of knowing about flaws in Horizon IT system used by the Post Office.

Former Post Office bosses not held to account' over Horizon scandal, CEO suggests

Previous Post Office leaders may not have been held accountable for issues with the Horizon IT system, contributing to wrongful prosecutions of subpostmasters.

Paula Vennells shown damning text from ex-Royal Mail chief: I think you knew'

Paula Vennells faces accusation of knowing about flaws in Horizon IT system used by the Post Office.
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Coolest job on Earth': Antarctica welcomes new postmaster

George Clarke, a tent master, embraces an exciting new role as postmaster in Antarctica's southernmost post office, working alongside unique wildlife.

'Shocked' MoneyGram hits back at Post Office | Computer Weekly

MoneyGram is disappointed with the UK Post Office's portrayal of their contract breakdown and insists a binding agreement was in place.
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Whistleblower claimed class, race and gender divide' at Post Office

The Post Office is grappling with significant issues related to class, race, and gender diversity within its leadership and broader operational challenges.

Man and woman charged over Chelsfield post office robbery with imitation gun

A man and woman have been charged with robbing a Chelsfield post office using an imitation gun.

Three charged over '136,000 gunpoint robbery' at Hounslow Post Office

Three individuals charged over a £136,000 armed robbery at a London Post Office, highlighting ongoing issues with firearm-related crime.

Charlton post office to sell booze in 'drinking and anti-social behaviour hotspot'

The Charlton Post Office can sell alcohol daily, sparking concerns over increased antisocial behavior around the area, especially on match days.

Post Office saw a record 3.48 billion in withdrawals and deposits

The Post Office saw record cash withdrawals and deposits, highlighting the importance of its services in providing access to cash for customers and businesses.

Imperial County Community Fights For Local Post Office To Be Rebuilt | KQED

Northern Imperial County town Niland lost post office in fire, residents still fighting to reopen. California officials withholding heat regulations cost details for prison workers.

Post Office manager sorry for celebrating after pregnant subpostmistress was jailed

Former Post Office managing director acknowledges causing distress by celebrating pregnant subpostmistress's conviction.
Insight into former Post Office managing director's perspective during Horizon IT inquiry.

Post Office were after me one way or another, says Alan Bates

Alan Bates felt targeted and silenced by the Post Office for 23 years.
He believed the termination of his contract without reason was part of the Post Office's agenda to silence him.

Paula Vennells seen in public for first time after Post Office secret tapes revealed

Paula Vennells allegedly aware of covert operations at Post Office prior to appearing in parliament.
Former Post Office boss denied knowledge of remote access to Horizon system.

Warning after people fined because they used Royal Mail stamps

Royal Mail investigating claims of wrongly fined people over stamps
Allegedly fake stamps bought from Royal Mail directly causing confusion and concerns
Royal Mail using barcoded system with security features to reduce stamp fraud

Major Tory donor handed lucrative government contract to advise Post Office

Major Tory donor's firm received lucrative government contracts for advising Post Office.
Concerns raised about cronyism in government contract awarding process.
#compensation

Horizon scandal: Five short-changed postmasters to get full compensation

Former sub-postmasters whose convictions were overturned will receive full compensation.
The Post Office initially offered a lower sum due to not considering evidence about Horizon software as essential.

Rishi Sunak must now compensate infected blood scandal victims, politicians demand

Rishi Sunak urged to address other injustices after exonerating wrongly convicted postmasters
Calls for compensation to victims of the infected blood scandal

PM challenged to repeat Badenoch's Post Office claims

Keir Starmer challenges Rishi Sunak on Post Office compensation issue
Government emphasizes steps taken for compensation and justice

Horizon scandal: Five short-changed postmasters to get full compensation

Former sub-postmasters whose convictions were overturned will receive full compensation.
The Post Office initially offered a lower sum due to not considering evidence about Horizon software as essential.

Rishi Sunak must now compensate infected blood scandal victims, politicians demand

Rishi Sunak urged to address other injustices after exonerating wrongly convicted postmasters
Calls for compensation to victims of the infected blood scandal

PM challenged to repeat Badenoch's Post Office claims

Keir Starmer challenges Rishi Sunak on Post Office compensation issue
Government emphasizes steps taken for compensation and justice
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Cameron government knew secret Post Office probe was ditched

Post Office dropped internal investigation into Horizon system
700 postmasters prosecuted by Post Office due to faulty Horizon software
Delays in compensating postmasters despite quashed convictions

Post Office 'secrecy must end' says Labour

Faith in the government is at risk due to scandals
Issues with Post Office highlight need for oversight
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Post Office investigator tells inquiry: I was not technically minded'

Post Office investigator denies claims of behaving like Mafia gangsters
Witness statement states lack of technical knowledge

Cameron coalition government knew Post Office chiefs covered up computer scandal'

Post Office chiefs secretly ditched forensic accountants who found problems in the Horizon IT system.
Former Post Office minister Jo Swinson reiterated the independent role of Second Sight in a parliamentary question in 2014 on the Horizon IT scandal.

Post Office investigator tells inquiry: I was not technically minded'

Post Office investigator denies claims of behaving like Mafia gangsters
Witness statement states lack of technical knowledge

Cameron coalition government knew Post Office chiefs covered up computer scandal'

Post Office chiefs secretly ditched forensic accountants who found problems in the Horizon IT system.
Former Post Office minister Jo Swinson reiterated the independent role of Second Sight in a parliamentary question in 2014 on the Horizon IT scandal.
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Post Office investigator denies behaving like Mafia gangster' over Horizon scandal

Post Office investigator denies claims of behaving like Mafia gangsters in collecting bounties from subpostmaster victims.
Investigator refutes allegations of bullying and lying made against him by witness Jacqueline McDonald.

Ignored' IT expert claims he warned Post Office of Horizon flaws 20 years ago

IT expert warned Post Office of flaws in Horizon scheme 20 years ago
Over 700 sub-postmasters were wrongly convicted of fraud and theft due to faults in the software.
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