The Post Office is currently embroiled in controversy following accusations against its boss, Nick Read, for misleading MPs over £15k-a-month PR advice and his handling of the organization. Ex-Post Office chairman Henry Staunton has been called to be questioned by MPs. Reports suggest that some board members considered resigning if Kemi Badenoch had not sacked Staunton. Amidst these issues, Nick Read received media training prior to today's select committee hearing, a move criticized by observers. Staunton, on the other hand, has dismissed suggestions of a misunderstanding over compensation payments discussions and claims to be the victim of a smear campaign led by Badenoch. Furthermore, Staunton revealed that Read is under investigation. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak, when asked about his confidence in Read, stated it would not be appropriate to comment during an ongoing investigation but emphasized the government's commitment to working with the Post Office to deliver justice for postmasters.
'Does the PM have confidence in Nick Read's leadership of the Post Office?' PM Rishi Sunak replies: "Our focus remains working closely with the Post Office to ensure it delivers justice for post-masters." #PMQs https://t.co/ZTbv6x8cal 📺 Sky 501 and YouTube https://t.co/k7jcYvc5JR
Following the revelation that the CEO of the Post Office is under investigation, do the Prime Minister and Business Secretary have confidence in his leadership? #PMQs #PostOfficeScandal https://t.co/4N4kypCT0D
PM asked if he has confidence in Post Office CEO Nick Read. Sunak says it would not be appropriate to comment while an investigation is underway…
Post Office scandal: Former chairman tells MPs that current boss is under investigation https://t.co/9paXUxECRS
Former Post Office chair claims he is victim of ‘smear campaign’ led by Kemi Badenoch https://t.co/dSk4iCd6nx
Ex-Post Office chair Henry Staunton dismisses suggestion there was misunderstanding over 'stall compensation payments' chat with top official - https://t.co/5SQLjF2ui2
Post Office boss Nick Read says he has been given media training before today select committee hearing He should ask for his money back
Some Post Office board members may have resigned if Kemi Badenoch had failed to sack Henry Staunton, MPs told - https://t.co/7gkTu3Wy8P
Ex-Post Office chairman Henry Staunton to be questioned by MPs https://t.co/r6v3JlbaZP
🔴 EXCLUSIVE: Post Office boss accused of misleading MPs over £15k-a-month PR advice. Read more 👇 https://t.co/VpvL84ghU5