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£1.6 Million Compensation for Sub-Postmasters' IT Errors

3/26/2026

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Dozens of sub-postmasters have received over £1.6 million in compensation for accounting errors caused by the Post Office Capture IT system (1992–1999).
The government has launched a compensation scheme with 32 preliminary payments and 10 final awards.
Lee Bowerman says the scheme is not fit for purpose.
Steve Marston awaits justice for wrongful convictions linked to Capture.
Solicitor Neil Hudgell notes progress but ongoing issues remain.

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Story summary

Dozens of sub-postmasters have received over £1.6 million in compensation for accounting errors caused by the Post Office Capture IT system (1992–1999).
The government has launched a compensation scheme with 32 preliminary payments and 10 final awards.
Lee Bowerman says the scheme is not fit for purpose.
Steve Marston awaits justice for wrongful convictions linked to Capture.
Solicitor Neil Hudgell notes progress but ongoing issues remain.