Sir Alan Bates says he hopes ‘real baddies’ are held to account

Published On Dec 16, 2024, 9:06 AM

Sir Alan Bates, a key campaigner in the Post Office scandal, emphasized the importance of accountability for those responsible for the wrongful prosecutions of over 900 sub-postmasters due to the faulty Horizon IT system. The ongoing inquiry into the scandal, which has revealed a long history of suffering among the victims, is nearing its conclusion, with calls for justice and proper compensation for those affected. Despite acknowledgment of procedural failures by the government and Post Office executives, doubts remain about the effectiveness of future accountability measures. Sir Alan expressed concern that the final report might not lead to significant action against wrongdoers.