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Tax Department Investigates Georgios Lakkotrypis After 'Videogate'

Published January 28, 2026, 06:01
Tax Department Investigates Georgios Lakkotrypis After 'Videogate'

The Tax Department has launched an investigation into former Energy Minister Georgios Lakkotrypis following the release of a video showing him in meetings with associates of the President of the Republic. The investigation focuses on a fee of €15,000 he received for consultancy services, as well as his references to cash transactions. Mr. Lakkotrypis will be asked to submit the agreements and invoices for these services to determine whether the income was properly declared and whether VAT was paid. The audit extends back several years and may be extended to family members if deemed necessary. Tax Commissioner Sotiris Markidis confirmed that the Department is investigating any information that comes to light and falls within its jurisdiction.