The party, through an initiative led by MP Rena Dourou, asked parliament to be informed of the scope and subject of the joint EPPO–OLAF probe and to clarify whether the ministry is aware of the allegations. SYRIZA also sought details on any links between the alleged cost overruns and private business interests, and asked when parliament and the public will receive full information about the progress and outcome of the investigations.

The questions submitted to the speaker request:

  1. confirmation that EPPO and OLAF conducted a raid at Information Society S.A. on 10 November;

  2. a description of the exact scope and subject matter of the investigation carried out at the contractor;

  3. whether the ministry is aware of the allegations and what action it will take if the probe reveals embezzlement of EU funds, identifying any implicated business interests or individuals;

  4. when parliament and citizens will receive full and official information on the course and outcome of the investigations.

Voicenews reported that computers, phones and hard drives were seized during the inspection. The article says the inquiry concerns alleged embezzlement of EU funds, possible software over-pricing and failures to comply with procurement rules, and that OLAF is examining tender procedures while EPPO investigates potential misappropriation amounting, the report suggested, to millions of euros.

SYRIZA’s questions reflect mounting political concern that a second high-profile probe into misuse of community funds — this time in the digital sphere — could mirror the scale and political fallout of the OPEKEPE affair. The ministry has not issued a public comment in response to the questions cited by SYRIZA at the time of publication.

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