Post Office Scandal: The Prime Minister Gets Involved
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01/07/24
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Today, we hear Laura’s interview with the prime minister in which he confirmed he’s looking at a review of Post Office prosecutions.
He’s also pressed on immigration and NHS strikes.
To help unpack what Sunak said, chief political correspondent Henry Zeffman joins Laura and Paddy.
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Today's Newscast was presented by Laura Kuenssberg and Paddy O’Connell. It was made by Chris Flynn with Clare Williamson. The technical producer was Mike Regaard. The senior news editors are Jonathan Aspinwall and Sam Bonham.
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