Barrister Brian Altman KC admitted failing to disclose Horizon system bugs in a parliamentary inquiry, affecting subpostmasters' criminal defenses.
In a parliamentary inquiry, top barrister Brian Altman KC admitted failing to disclose Horizon system bugs to subpostmasters, which may have impacted their criminal defenses. Known for his political connections and proximity to the Attorney General's office, Altman was hired by the Post Office. The Post Office has faced intense scrutiny for prosecuting over 700 subpostmasters based on faulty Horizon system data, leading to criminal convictions between 1999 and 2015.
May 08, 2024
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