Post Office Horizon IT scandal payouts hit £1bn

The Post Office Horizon IT scandal payouts have surpassed £1 billion, compensating over 7,300 sub-postmasters. Various redress schemes are in place, with about 4,000 individuals eligible for compensation. Specific schemes, like the Group Litigation Order (GLO) and Overturned Convictions Scheme, cater to different victim groups, including those falsely convicted due to the faulty Horizon IT program. The government has allocated funds to expedite payments and ensure fair compensation for all victims, though some processes have been criticized for being lengthy.