Former Post Office Executive's Testimony on Contact with Ex-CEO in Horizon Inquiry

Thursday, 16 May 2024, 17:43

In a significant testimony at the Horizon scandal inquiry, former Post Office executive Lesley Sewell revealed that she blocked Paula Vennells' number after being asked for help with 'plugging memory gaps'. This sheds light on the efforts to avoid an independent inquiry. The revelation of repeated contact by the ex-CEO raises questions about their interactions and knowledge of the Horizon issues, adding more depth to the ongoing investigation.

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Former Post Office Executive's Testimony on Contact with Ex-CEO in Horizon Inquiry

Lesley Sewell, the former chief information officer at the Post Office, disclosed that she blocked Paula Vennells' number after being approached for assistance in 'plugging memory gaps' and avoiding an independent probe.

Key Points:

Memory Gaps: Vennells sought help from Sewell to fill gaps in memory before a select committee appearance.
Repeated Contact: Sewell was contacted four times by Vennells in 2020 and 2021, raising questions about their ongoing interactions.

The revelations add depth to the Horizon inquiry and highlight potential attempts to influence the investigation.

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