Post Office inquiry witnesses driven by ‘self-preservation’, says Vennells lawyer | Post Office Horizon scandal
Paula Vennels' lawyers have told the Horizon IT inquiry to treat the evidence of some witnesses with “care”, saying a desire for “self-preservation” scapegoated the former Post Office chief executive in the scandal. He argued that it meant that he was trying to. Giving her closing statement on behalf of Ms Vennells at Tuesday's public […]
The Guardian view on Paula Vennells: pride came before her fall | Editorial
POrla Vennells’ attendance at the Post Office Horizon IT inquiry was always going to be a big event, even if it was overshadowed by Chancellor of the Exchequer Rishi Sunak’s decision to call an election this week. She was chief executive of the government-owned company from 2012 to 2019 and was in charge when forensic […]
Post Office Horizon IT inquiry: Paula Vennells to be questioned by lawyers representing victims – live | Post Office Horizon scandal
Important Events Paula Vennells I have arrived at Aldwych House in London for today’s hearing, which is due to begin at 9.45am. Former postmaster general Paula Vennells arrived to give evidence at the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry, held at Aldwych House on 24 May. Picture: Jonathan Brady/PA share As a reminder, this investigation is […]