Source · Select Committees · Business and Trade Committee

Recommendation 16

16 Paragraph: 47

We share concerns about the process by which claims to the Historic Shortfall Scheme are...

Conclusion
We share concerns about the process by which claims to the Historic Shortfall Scheme are assessed and then reviewed by the Independent Panel. Bearing in mind that the Post Office (POL) bears a major part of the responsibility for the Horizon scandal, it seems perverse that POL is making initial recommendations regarding claims.
Paragraph Reference: 47
Government Response Not Addressed
HM Government Not Addressed
The Government accepts the Committee’s recommendation.