A parliamentary business and trade select committee calls on the government to resolve Post Office Horizon shortfall compensation claims by the end of the year. The committee’s message is directed at ministers responsible for the process, urging them to act to address outstanding payments for sub-postmasters affected by the Horizon system issues. The committee also presses Fujitsu, the technology provider, to support affected individuals more quickly. In particular, it urges Fujitsu to make an interim payment immediately to help those facing financial harm while claims are being processed. The outlets reporting on the committee’s position present it as a timely push for faster resolution and interim financial relief, rather than a change in the underlying goal of compensating those who allege losses linked to Horizon-related problems. The reporting indicates the committee is monitoring progress and seeking clearer timelines for payments and claim settlements as the year ends approach.