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Is the Audit Office a Safe Haven?

Published March 14, 2026, 12:11
Is the Audit Office a Safe Haven?

The commander of Civil Defense, Maria Papa, is to be transferred to the Audit Office, likely due to the poor condition of the shelters. This move is reminiscent of the previous transfer of the former Deputy Director of the Central Prisons, Athena Dimitriou, to the same service after her removal from the administration of the correctional facility. This has raised questions about the role of the Audit Office, as it appears to be functioning as a haven for public officials who are removed from their positions. This transfer suggests a possible lack of other available positions or an attempt to remove Ms. Papa from her position without taking responsibility for the state of the shelters.