External Lawyers Advised Post Office to Withhold Key Document, Inquiry Reveals

Thursday, 18 April 2024, 14:34

The Post Office was advised by external lawyers to 'suppress' a crucial document to delay disclosure during legal action. This advice came to light during the inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal, revealing efforts to hinder the operators' legal challenge. The email suggesting suppression of the document aimed to protect the Post Office's defense strategy, raising concerns over transparency and fairness. The revelation underscores the complexity of legal battles and ethical dilemmas faced by corporate entities in legal disputes.
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External Lawyers Advised Post Office to Withhold Key Document, Inquiry Reveals

Post Office urged to 'suppress' document by external lawyers

Email was sent suggesting postal company should withhold disclosing investigation guidelines.

Key Points:

  • Rodric Williams, a senior in-house lawyer at the Post Office, testified at the inquiry into the Horizon IT scandal.
  • External lawyers advised the Post Office to delay disclosing a vital document to defend against a legal challenge.
  • Efforts to hinder operators' legal action raised concerns regarding transparency and fairness.

The controversy highlights the challenging legal landscape companies face when balancing defense strategies and ethical obligations.


This article was prepared using information from open sources in accordance with the principles of Ethical Policy. The editorial team is not responsible for absolute accuracy, as it relies on data from the sources referenced.


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