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BBC News
3 months ago
London

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. [ more ]
The Drum
3 months ago
Marketing

Ad of the Day: ITV's pithy print ad promotes Post Office drama and calls for action

ITV's latest drama, Mr Bates vs The Post Office, is based on the true story of a miscarriage of justice where sub-postmasters were wrongly accused.
The print ad for the show features a powerful strapline, "Lights. Camera. But most importantly... Action." [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
4 months ago
UK news

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. [ more ]
BBC News
4 months ago
UK politics

Chris Mason: A TV drama may help deliver change for sub-postmasters

The Christmas holiday TV drama about sub postmasters has put pressure on the government to address the Post Office scandal.
The government is considering passing a new law to exonerate the sub postmasters and is exploring the practicalities of doing so. [ more ]
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