#PostOfficeScandal
is getting so much new coverage since the
#MrBatesVsThePostOffice
drama. This BBC article, one of many, says it "wrecked the physical, mental and economic health" of sub-postmasters.
It did.
It did to me 20 years ago.
I still suffer.
So strange seeing my name in the news again this week. Remember for me this was 2 decades ago. The thing to remember is - this proves the PO knew Horizon was faulty back then, yet continued to ruin lives, and still haven’t paid recompense to most.
That’s all I’m going to say.
I’ve had over 50 direct messages today. I’m not replying to any more now. I’ll try to get through them tomorrow. But see my pinned tweet and it will answer most of them!!
Thank you 🙏
I know not many will read this, but I want to say one thing about with the
#HorizonScandal
is that many postmasters/mistresses were ostracised by their community, friends and family. We were made to look like crooks by those in power. It ruined reputations. Not easily healed.
I can see the
#PostOfficeScandal
slowly disappearing from the public consciousness again after the publicity garnered from
#MrBatesVsThePostOffice
. How long before it's all forgotten about again like it was 20 years ago and the victims are still left suffering and uncompensated?
I really only have Twitter to keep up with a couple of family and friends, just lately it’s been all about the PO scandal. Forgive me if I don’t answer your DM questions, I’m an old lady, out of touch, not PC, just getting to grips with all this social media
@CastletonLee
@chrish9070
I’m sure Chris meant no offence, but I totally understand it’s a sore subject. I settled years ago, and it didn’t cover the upset, hurt, reputational damage and family fallout, but what could? The lawyers, as always, are the only real winners here.
Just to be 100% clear, because people keep asking on my Twitter messages. I signed an agreement not to talk about my personal involvement with the Horizon case and I will not be breaking my word.
If you're watching
#MrBatesVsThePostOffice
and want to know more about this appalling scandal, this may help - from the publication that first broke the story:
#PostOfficeScandal
The Post Office Horizon scandal explained: Everything you need to know -
I've had a lot of nice messages lately, after years of nothing, just want to say how much it means to see the
#Horizonscandal
FINALLY getting into the news and a little justice being done. I don't give interviews or anything, just wanted to say thank you.
It’s so important to be kind. A little more kindness and understanding from those in power dealing with the Horizon scandal and none of this would have happened.
#bekind
Former sub-postmaster, Alan Bates, has told GMB he intends to reject a compensation offer from the government, which he described as "derisory" and "cruel".
He said the figure was just one-sixth of what he hoped for.
So sad to hear that King Charles has cancer. Having cancer is a terrifying experience, no matter how privileged a position you are in. Wishing him well.
I just heard all the major nations have decided to just stop using oil now that a couple of kids have sprayed Stonehenge orange…..
Not really though. Utterly pointless vandalism. Idiots.
@Coyne_Expert
@PostOffInquiry
Thank you Jason, seeking clarification on this. People forget it was a long time ago for us, this has been going on 20+ years.
I've come to mistrust most newspaper & news websites. Having been in the news a little - the lies, the misinformation, agendas & shadow allegiences become more & more obvious.
The shining exception of integrity is
@PrivateEyeNews
. Razor sharp, honest & funny too.
Buy it.
Every few months, my Grandson helps me log back onto the Twitter. Here I am again. There's so much to keep up with, but I'm enjoying seeing everyone's messages. Can anyone explain what a "meme" is, and how you pronounce it?
@jesskimberleyx
I have very, very mixed feelings. It's wonderful to see some justice being done, but it's far too late. I've been a bit hounded by the press in the last few weeks, tired of putting them off all the time, but fortunately I'm mostly off the radar. My love to your Mum.