Ernest Saunders can’t meet lawyers bills

Title

Ernest Saunders can’t meet lawyers bills

Genre

News report; Interview

TX Date

1 Jun 1988

Year of production

1988

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Duration

00:01:36

Description

Nick Skeens reports on ex-chairman of Guinness, Ernest Saunders, sacked after his alleged involvement in the pay-off conspiracy during a takeover, representing himself in court today. His solicitor Michael Eugene explains that former millionaire Saunders cannot afford the large legal bills and has been refused legal aid for his criminal case (although granted for his civil case).

Contributors

Michael Eugene; Nick Skeens

Keywords

Fraud; Trials; Ernest Saunders; Guinness PLC; Legal aid

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