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Justification for Triantafyllidis: He was excluded from Legal Counsel at RIK

Published January 13, 2026, 10:17
Justification for Triantafyllidis: He was excluded from Legal Counsel at RIK

The Administrative Court has ruled in favor of lawyer Christos M. Triantafyllidis, overturning a decision by the Cyprus Broadcasting Corporation (RIK) that had excluded him from a tender for legal services. RIK's decision was made in February 2021, citing a conflict of interest due to his position as President of the Legal Council of the Democratic Rally. Mr. Triantafyllidis had submitted the lowest bid in the December 2020 tender. The Court ruled that the position of legal counsel to a political party does not automatically create a conflict of interest, especially when it comes to a position as an external associate. The Court's decision states that Mr. Triantafyllidis' appeal was accepted because RIK's original decision was the product of error and insufficient justification. Mr. Triantafyllidis expressed his satisfaction with the decision, which proves that his attempt to provide legal services to RIK was lawful and there were no obstacles. This case highlights the importance of transparency and legality in public procurement procedures. The Administrative Court's decision is expected to have wider implications for the interpretation of conflict of interest rules in similar cases, while also raising questions about the effectiveness and proper functioning of RIK.