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House of Commons · Written Ministerial Statement

Horizon Redress

10 March 2025 · Department for Business and Trade

Proposed by Gareth Thomas Lab Co-op Harrow West

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At a glance

Key points

  • The Secretary of State met with Fujitsu executives to discuss the company's role in covering compensation costs.
  • The government will continue to engage with Fujitsu regarding the Horizon scandal.
  • The government will keep both Houses informed at key points without giving regular updates.

Issue summary

The statement addresses the ongoing efforts to provide redress for victims affected by the Horizon scandal.

Action requested

The Secretary of State met with Fujitsu executives to discuss the company's contribution towards compensation costs. The government will continue to engage with Fujitsu and keep both Houses informed at key points without providing a running commentary on the discussions.

Key facts

  • £768 million has been paid to over 5,100 claimants across all redress schemes.
  • Takahito Tokita (CEO, Fujitsu Limited) and Paul Patterson (Director, Fujitsu Services Limited) met with the Secretary of State on Friday.
  • Sir Wyn Williams' Horizon IT Inquiry is ongoing.
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