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From: Batten Peter (ShEx)[/O=DTI/OU=DTIHQ/CN=RECIPIENTS/CN=PBATTEN]
Sent: Mon 19/08/2013 5:22:14 PM (UTC)
To: "Susan Crichton’. GRO 3
Cc: 1 ; Simon,
Gibson Will (ShEx
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Subject:
Attachment: Mediation pack August.docx
Hi Susan, cc Simon,
Again, thanks for sharing this draft. Has it yet been formally agreed by JFSA and SS? It would be very useful
from our perspective to understand a little more of the specifics of the proposed scheme, and to this end I've
marked up some comments in the attached. These aren't drafting suggestions, but are a couple of areas
where it would be helpful from our perspective to know more. I've copied the questions below:
* Will 31 October be enough time for SPMs/ex-SPMss to apply? Has this date been discussed and
agreed with the JFSA?
* Why is this described an ‘initial’ scheme? Suggests that there will be a follow up scheme at some
point.
* On the workflow, what happens if the agreement is not reached?
* Is there a limit on the number of applications to the scheme a SPM can make?
* Is there an approved list of advisers, or will SPMs be free to choose their advisers?
* Will the Mediation Working Group be required to make unanimous decisions, or majority? Who
carries deciding vote?
+ What is the definition of ‘settled’ in the FAQ?
* Is POL dropping all current live cases?
* What kind of claim are you imagining SPMs might make? i.e. a civil claim for lost earnings, or
reputational damage, etc
Additionally:
+ Has the NFSP been involved/informed about any of the engagement with JFSA / SS?
* Is POL providing a secretariat function for the group?
* Has anyone been identified as an independent Chair for the working group?
Mike and I are over in Old Street between 2.00-3.30 on Wednesday. Would it be possible to meet for thirty
minutes either before or after this meeting for a quick chat on progress?
Many thanks
Peter
Peter Batten I Policy Adviser I Post Office Network Team I Shareholder Executive
BIS, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H OET
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From: Susan Crichton [mai
Sent: 12 August 2013 16:
To: Batten Peter (ShEx); Martin Edwards
Cc: Whitehead Mike (ShEx); Gibson Will (ShEx); Simon Baker
Subject: RE: Horizon review workflow
Peter —I have attached the latest draft to this email, this draft was created following two meetings with the
JFSA and SS, and sets out the process we have agreed. We have sent it to them and are waiting for their
feedback. The process map is near the front of the pack.
Can you let me know which are the sub postmasters and the MPs so we can check whether we already have
them on the list.
Let me know if you need anything else.
Thanks
Susan Crichton I General Counsel
From: Batten Peter (ShEx) [mailt
Sent: 12 August 2013 09:33
To: Susan Crichton; Martin Edwards
Cc: Whitehead Mike (ShEx); Gibson Will (ShEx)
Subject: Horizon review workflow
Dear Susan, cc Martin,
When we met at the end of last month you mentioned that there was now a process in place agreed
with the JFSA to handle new cases relating to the Horizon system. We have received a few more
letters from MPs that I need to reply to quickly - could you please send me details of the workflow?
Many thanks
Peter
Peter Batten I Policy Adviser I Post Office Network Team I Shareholder Executive
BIS, 1 Victoria Street, London SW1H OET I}
www.gov.uk/government/organisations/the-shareholder-executive
The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) is making a difference by supporting sustained growth
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