[CYPRUS MAIL] Cabinet member under investigation for tax evasion...

A cabinet member is currently under investigation for possible tax evasion, the audit service has confirmed.

The investigation is set to delve deep into the financial affairs of the as yet unnamed individual, with tax records “dating back years” to before their cabinet appointment referred to the tax department.

The audit office’s investigations were based on the “pothen esches” asset declarations, with the office initially deciding to focus on three cabinet members – two ministers and one deputy minister.

Grounds for further investigation were found in one of the individuals’ declarations, with the audit office examining the case.

The Cyprus Mail spoke to an audit office spokesman, who confirmed that their investigation files have been handed over to the tax office. They were, however, unable to comment further.

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