Landmark Legislation Passed by Holyrood Affects Sub-Postmasters Convicted of 'Relevant Offenses'
Friday, 31 May 2024, 13:02
Landmark Holyrood Legislation on Horizon Sub-Postmasters
The recent passage of the Horizon sub-postmasters Bill by Holyrood is a significant development in the postmaster sector. This legislation addresses issues surrounding 'relevant offenses' and their impact on individuals.
Automatic Quashing of Convictions
- The Bill ensures that individuals with 'relevant offenses' will have these convictions automatically quashed.
This move is aimed at rectifying past injustices and providing relief to affected sub-postmasters.
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