Mr Bates vs Post Office

The ITV drama Mr Bates vs the Post Office tells the story of the wrongful accusations of theft, fraud, and false accounting against hundreds of sub-postmasters and postmistresses due to a defective IT system. The drama highlights the lives and struggles of the victims, including the case of Alan Bates, over the course of four episodes, with the first airing on January 1, 2024. Despite hundreds of wrongful prosecutions, Post Office and Fujitsu employees have not faced criminal investigation or been held accountable for the scandal. Additionally, a documentary titled Mr Bates vs The Post Office: The Real Story, will air after the final episode, highlighting the impact of the events.