Clerides rejects allegations over failing to report abuse claims

Lawyer Nikos Clerides refuted accusations that he failed to report allegations of paedophilia as “legally unfounded” and risk undermining the legal profession, insisting the information was provided under strict confidentiality and did not trigger any reporting obligation.

In a detailed public statement issued on Friday, Clerides said the claims relate to information he received from his now former client referred to as ‘Sandy’.

He rejected suggestions the case involved a minor at the point of disclosure...