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Post Office statement on Government Horizon IT scandal compensation announcement

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Post Office statement on Government Horizon IT scandal compensation announcement

Post Office has today (30 June 2022) welcomed the Government’s announcementon compensation for postmasters affected by the Horizon Scandal.

A Post Office spokesperson said:

“Ensuring full, fair and final compensation for all Horizon Scandal victims is a priority as we put right the wrongs of the past. Almost two thirds of postmasters in the Historical Shortfall Scheme have received compensation offers, the majority of which are already paid.

“We welcome the Government taking action on final, equitable compensation for the postmasters who were part of the Group Litigation settlement and those whose Horizon-related convictions are overturned.”

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