MEPs set to oppose auditor’s nomination

THE Government’s nomination of Kevin Cardiff to the European Court of Auditors is expected to meet vociferous objections from the European Parliament after the €3.6 billion accounting error at the Department of Finance.

Allegations that the Government is trying to get rid of the top civil servant by sending him to one of the most pivotal bodies in the EU is likely to infuriate MEPs who must approve his appointment.

Last night, the Government stood behind their nominee, with Finance Minister Michael Noonan reiterating he “fully supports Mr Cardiff’s nomination”.