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Cyprus Parliament Committee Criticizes Refusal to Disclose Donor Information

Published January 28, 2026, 15:16
Cyprus Parliament Committee Criticizes Refusal to Disclose Donor Information

The Committee of Institutions of the Cypriot Parliament has expressed strong dissatisfaction with the refusal of the Accountant General to submit the details of donors and contributors to the Independent Social Support Agency. The Committee argues that this refusal undermines democracy and violates the Parliament's right to oversee the executive branch, as stipulated in the Constitution. Furthermore, it emphasizes that the refusal to submit information constitutes the offense of contempt of Parliament, unless it concerns matters of national security or foreign policy. The Committee states that the European GDPR Regulation and national legislation (1985 Law) allow the transfer of information to Parliament for the exercise of its powers. This case highlights the need for transparency and accountability in the management of donations and the importance of parliamentary oversight.