Paula Vennells: CBE Returned to Sender

Today, we look at why Paula Vennells, ex-boss of the Post Office, is handing back her CBE.

After the broadcast of ITV drama - Mr Bates vs The Post Office - pressure has mounted on Ms Vennells to return her honour following the IT scandal, with more than a million people signing a petition for it to be stripped. In a statement Ms Vennells says she has “listened” and is “truly sorry”.

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