"Uncovering the Quiet Rebellion: Mr. Bates vs The Post Office Review"

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"Uncovering the Quiet Rebellion: Mr. Bates vs The Post Office Review"
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The PBS series "Mr. Bates vs The Post Office" tells the true story of a 20-year nightmare where nearly a thousand subpostmasters were falsely accused of theft and fraud due to a faulty computer accounting system. Toby Jones leads the resistance as Alan Bates, with the series highlighting the bureaucratic arrogance and reluctance of institutions to rectify mistakes. The show has become part of the ongoing story, sparking public outcry and leading to new legislation to address the injustices.

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