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Fighting the Post Office: Alan Bates at the inquiry
Apr 9, 2024
Alan Bates, a campaigner against the Post Office, discusses flaws in its IT systems leading to wrongful convictions at a public inquiry. The podcast explores Bates' journey, legal ramifications of the Horizon system inquiry, and heartbreaking consequences for postmasters. Revelations, defense strategies, and the emotional toll on victims are also highlighted.
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- Alan Bates' persistence and attention to detail made him a formidable opponent in the Post Office scandal.
- The pursuit of justice for postmasters involves compensation delays and issues, aiming for accountability and potential criminal charges for those responsible.
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Alan Bates and the Post Office Inquiry
Alan Bates, a postmaster in North Wales, became the focal point of the post office scandal due to money going missing when the horizon system was installed. His refusal to sign misleading accounts led to his dismissal and a 20-year-long campaign against the post office. Bates' persistence and attention to detail made him a formidable opponent, leading to a celebrated appearance at the official inquiry.
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