Watch: ‘They Need To Decide’ – Edward Scicluna Says His Resignation Is Not Up To Him
Central Bank Governor and former Finance Minister Edward Scicluna seemed to imply that his resignation is not actually up to him this morning as he walked into court ahead of his criminal charges.
“There’s a big difference between a governor and a minister,” Scicluna told journalists who were yet again asking whether his charges – which carry a potential prison sentence of up to 12 and a half years – would prompt him to resign.
“In the case of a minister, it’s the prerogative of the Prime Minister… in the case of a governor of a Central Bank in a European system, this is governed by a European treaty and by the statue of the European Central Bank,” he said. “They have to decide, to take a position. There are strict conditions so that there is no interference from the government, Opposition or any NGO regarding a resignation.”
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“After the council of governors, if the conditions are… broken, one goes to the European Court of Justice,” Scicluna trailed off, avoiding more journalists as he continued walking to court.
Scicluna is one of 14 people who are appearing in court today on charges related to the Vitals inquiry. Among them is also former Deputy Prime Minister and Health Minister Chris Fearne.
We will be keeping you posted with all the updates from the day.
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