Post Office data breach victims to get compensation
Summary
The Post Office has agreed to pay compensation to hundreds of former sub-postmasters after accidentally leaking their names and addresses on its website. People affected by this data breach can receive up to £5,000, and the Post Office is open to considering higher claims in special cases. The issue is linked to the Horizon IT scandal, and many of the sub-postmasters have already received compensation.Key Facts
- The data breach involved the names and addresses of 555 former sub-postmasters.
- The breach was announced in June of the previous year.
- The Post Office has agreed to pay compensation up to £5,000 per individual.
- The breach is related to the ongoing Horizon IT scandal.
- A law firm named Freeths secured the compensation agreement for the affected sub-postmasters.
- Former Post Office chief executive Nick Read called the leak a "truly terrible error."
- The compensation amount varies depending on whether the person lived at the leaked address.
- Individuals can pursue further actions for additional compensation if needed.
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