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March 2026
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Redress scheme for families of Post Office victims announced
The government has today announced a new compensation scheme for families of those affected by the Post Office scandal. It looks to have support from at least one victims’ group and the Horizon Compensation Advisory Board, an independent body which has done quite a bit to shape government thinking about this scandal. The scheme is…
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Parmod Kalia 1958 – 2026
Parmod Kalia has died. He was 67. His family announced the news on Tuesday, saying “our beloved husband, father, grandfather, brother and uncle has passed away. He was a guiding light in our lives. His love, wisdom and warmth will stay with us always.” Parmod was one of the most decent men I have ever…
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Post Office and Fujitsu file their defence against Lee Castleton
The Post Office and Fujitsu have finally filed a defence to former Subpostmaster Lee Castleton’s July 2025 claim against them at the High Court. It is a partial defence in the light of a recent judgment which ordered a split trial approach to the litigation (see here and below). Lee seeks the opportunity to pursue…