Mr Bates vs the Post Office: The Impact is a follow-up documentary to the drama series Mr Bates vs The Post Office, which aired in January 2024. The documentary explores the impact of the series and features interviews with the former subpostmasters and subpostmistresses involved in the story, as well as those coming forward to share their experiences for the first time.
The faulty Horizon computer system and the subsequent wrongful accusations of theft against subpostmasters are at the heart of this documentary. It provides a platform for those affected to share their stories and the injustices they faced.
Mr Bates vs the Post Office: The Impact airs on ITV on Monday 9 September 2024.