In this episode, Alice and Lewis discuss Harrods' recent legal action to appoint special executors to the estate of Mohamed Al Fayed, potentially allowing more survivors to make claims. They explore the implications for victims, the financial recovery for Harrods, and the legal landscape surrounding the case.
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