In the aftermath of the Post Office scandal, numerous individuals were unjustly convicted for false accounting and theft, causing financial devastation for many. Some individuals caught up in the scandal have tragically died or taken their own lives in the following years. The Post Office spokesperson expressed deep concern for the human cost of the scandal and emphasized efforts to address past injustices. Specifically, they mentioned examining allegations made during the public inquiry, particularly regarding past and current employees' involvement in the prosecution of former postmasters and the recovery of shortfalls. Sir Ed, addressing the delay in offering an apology, acknowledged the enormity of the scandal, expressed condolences to the affected sub-postmasters and their families, and stressed the urgency of securing their exoneration, compensation, and the truth through the inquiry.