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Allan Leighton, the former chair of Royal Mail and the Post Office, has started his testimony at the public inquiry into the scandal.

Leighton was affiliated to the Royal Mail between 2001 and 2009, and the Post Office between 2002 and 2009.

Drax has delivered a strong operational performance, playing an important role supporting the UK energy system with dispatchable, renewable power, keeping the lights on for millions of homes and businesses.