House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement
Post Office Update
05 November 2024 · Department for Business and Trade
Proposed by Gareth Thomas Lab Co-op Harrow West
Summarised by AI from the official record, so it can contain mistakes.
At a glance
Key points
- The Government is making upfront fixed offers and providing interim and partial payments to postmasters affected by the Horizon scandal.
- The Government has paid approximately 438 million to over 3,100 claimants.
- A Green Paper will be published in the first half of 2025 to seek public views on proposals for the future direction of the Post Office.
Issue summary
The statement addresses ongoing efforts to provide redress for postmasters affected by the Horizon scandal and outlines plans to strengthen the Post Office network for future economic growth.
Action requested
The Government is making upfront fixed offers, providing interim and partial payments, and has paid approximately £438 million to over 3,100 claimants. It also commits to publishing a Green Paper in the first half of 2025 to seek public views on proposals for the future direction of the Post Office.
Key facts
- Over £438 million has been paid to approximately 3,100 claimants.
- The total amount of redress paid out has increased by over 85% since the end of June.
- A Green Paper will be published in the first half of 2025 to seek public views on proposals for the Post Office's future.