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Post Office scandal: government to exonerate victims
Jan 10, 2024
In this episode, Katy Balls and Isabel Hardman discuss the government's plan to exonerate victims of the Post Office scandal. They also delve into concerns about the erosion of separation of powers and the political impact of the scandal. Furthermore, they explore how a prominent political leader has been affected by the scandal and the efforts of the Liberal Democrats. Lastly, they discuss the topic of migration at PMQs and the upcoming Safety of Rwanda Bill.
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- The government will introduce legislation to exonerate victims of the Post Office scandal, addressing the wrongful convictions of subpostmasters.
- The Safety of Roam Bill is causing division within the Conservative Party, with rebels seeking amendments and posing a potential challenge to Rishi Sunak's leadership.
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Government Compensating Victims of Post Office Scandal
Rishi Sunak announced the government's plan to compensate those affected in the post office scandal during PMQ's. Legislation will be introduced that would effectively lead to a mass exoneration of subpostmasters who were wrongly convicted using horizon evidence. Kevin Hollenrake, the minister dealing with postal services, provided more details on the bill, which would allow those convicted to sign a statement of innocence but could also leave room for further prosecution if evidence of theft emerges. Legal experts are concerned about the precedent this could set in undermining the separation of powers between Parliament and the judiciary.
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