James Cochran reflects on Andreas Georgiou’s vindication after 15 years of legal battles over statistical independence, arguing that institutions must protect integrity so it doesn’t require heroism.
Hellenic Statistical Authority
Greek Government Withdraws Challenge, Removing Obstacle for Georgiou
The Greek government withdrew its challenge of the European Court of Human Rights ruling in favor of Andreas Georgiou—statistician and former president of the Hellenic Statistical Authority—finding Greece violated his right to a fair trial on violation-of-duty charges.
ASA, International Community Continue to Decry Georgiou Persecution
Following a February Greek appeals court ruling finding former Greek chief statistician Andreas Georgiou liable for slander, ASA leaders denounced the latest legal setback against Georgiou.