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The forgotten postmaster ‘hounded to death’ by investigators - The Story

The forgotten postmaster ‘hounded to death’ by investigators - The Story

Update: 2025-11-26
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Of the thirteen sub-postmasters thought to have taken their own lives because of the Post Office scandal, only two have been named publicly. Michael Mann was one of them. Our reporter has spoken to his family, former partner and ex-colleagues to tell his story for the first time. 


This podcast was brought to you thanks to the support of readers of The Times and The Sunday Times. Subscribe today: http://thetimes.com/thestory

Guest: Hugo Daniel, news reporter, the Sunday Times.

Host: Manveen Rana.

Producers: Edward Drummond and Shabnam Grewal.

Read more: The forgotten postmaster ‘hounded to death’ by investigators 

Further listening: The Post Office scandal: How a TV drama delivered justice

Clips: ITV, Channel 4 News, ITV News, Horizon Inquiry. 

Get in touch: thestory@thetimes.com



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The forgotten postmaster ‘hounded to death’ by investigators - The Story

The forgotten postmaster ‘hounded to death’ by investigators - The Story