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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
National
Aletha Adu Political correspondent

Cameron cannot recall ‘in any detail’ being briefed on Horizon scandal as PM

David Cameron on Sunday with Laura Kuenssberg, holding his right hand up while making a point, in front of an image of the Houses of Parliament
David Cameron has said anyone found to have broken the law ‘should face criminal charges’. Photograph: Jeff Overs/BBC/PA

David Cameron has said he cannot remember “in any detail” being briefed about the Horizon scandal while he was prime minister.

The foreign secretary, who was in No 10 from 2010 until 2016, faced questions on what he did to stop the growing scandal following reports that the Post Office could be facing a £100m bill and insolvency after claiming tax relief for its compensation payments to post office operators.

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