Ex Post Office boss hugely apologetic for celebrating when pregnant postmistress was jailed

A former Post Office boss has told the, inquiry he is hugely apologetic for celebrating when a pregnant postmistress 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. Read more: , postoffice Subscribe to The Telegraph with our special offer: just 1 for 3 months. Start your free trial now: Get the latest headlines: and