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Reactions to First Lady's Absence from Audit Committee

Published January 22, 2026, 10:44
Reactions to First Lady's Absence from Audit Committee

The House Audit Committee examined the Auditor General's report on the Social Support Agency, with the First Lady, Filippa Karsera, absent. She presided over a committee within the framework of the EU presidency and submitted her positions in writing. Mr. Christofides, an MP from AKEL, reacted to Ms. Karsera's absence, criticizing the sending of "technocrats" instead of her personal presence. The Auditor General, Andreas Papakonstantinou, presented his service's findings, and the discussion was characterized by high tones, with the presence of the Agency's treasurer, Andreas Antoniades. The absence of the First Lady was interpreted by some as a lack of commitment to overseeing the Agency.