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VW UK boss apologises for emissions scandal

The head of VW cars in the UK has apologised "unreservedly" for "significantly" letting down its customers in the diesel emissions scandal.

It comes days after the American boss of VW made a 'sincere apology' over the scandal which has affected more than 11 million cars worldwide.

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VW UK boss: We will do 'the right thing' for customers

The UK boss of Volkswagen has promised to "do the right thing" and "fully resolve" issues following the diesel emissions scandal.

Paul Willis told MPs that VW did 'care' about the scandal Credit: PA Wire

Paul Willis told MPs at the environmental audit committee that the company wants customers to know that they "do care" and "really want to put these things right".

"Volkswagen is deeply sorry... we have fallen short of standards that are expected of us," he said.

"We are continuing to work carefully and diligently to remedy the affected engines.

"Since last weekend we've started to send personal letters to each and every affected customer. It is paramount our customers know we do care and we really want to put these things right.

"I promise with my dedicated team we will fully resolve this issue, do the right thing and regain trust in our brand."

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