A former Post Office boss has told the #inquiry he is “hugely apologetic” for celebrating when a pregnant post-mistress was jailed.

Seema Misra was sentenced to 15 months in #prison in 2010 after being wrongfully blamed for a £74,000 shortfall in her accounts.

In an email sent to Post Office executives including Paula Vennells, David Smith wrote: “Brilliant news. Well done. Please pass on my thanks to the team.”

Ms Misra has responded saying she did not accept his apology.

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