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Written question asked by Lord Beamish (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 September 2021, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 18 October 2021 (named day). It was answered by Paul Scully (Conservative) on Monday, 18 October 2021 on behalf of the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy.


Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry: Paula Vennells

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy, if he will confirm that, as a core participant, Paula Vennells' cost of legal representation in relation to the Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry has not been covered by the public purse under Section 40 of the Inquiry Act 2005.

Answer

In the progress update published in September, Sir Wyn Williams clearly outlines his approach towards legal representation and funding for Core Participants.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
53193
Session
2021-22
Subjects
Legal costs Vennells, Paula Post Office Horizon IT Inquiry
Legislation
Inquiries Act 2005
Link
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