Summary
A former sub-postmaster, Lee Castleton, is suing the Post Office and Fujitsu for £4 million over a faulty IT system that led to legal and financial troubles for him. The case involves claims that the companies are delaying the legal process and driving up costs. The court decided to split the trial into two parts to address whether a previous settlement affects Castleton's ability to sue.
Key Facts
- Lee Castleton is seeking £4 million in damages from the Post Office and Fujitsu.
- Castleton was declared bankrupt after a previous legal battle with the Post Office over missing funds.
- The legal costs for Fujitsu have already exceeded £700,000.
- The court heard claims that the companies are making it difficult for Castleton to pursue his case.
- Castleton alleges that the Post Office and Fujitsu withheld evidence during previous legal actions.
- The case is part of a larger scandal over the Horizon IT system, which led to wrongful convictions of sub-postmasters.
- The court ordered the trial to be split, focusing first on the impact of a prior settlement agreement.
