Referral of senior officials and staff at the Public Authority for Persons with Disabilities to the Public Prosecution

The Minister of Social Affairs, Family, and Childhood, Dr. Amthal Al-Huwail, announced the referral of several executives and staff members of the Public Authority for Persons with Disabilities to the Public Prosecution to take the necessary legal actions regarding facts and violations uncovered by investigation committees.

In a statement to KUNA, Minister Al-Huwail said the referrals stemmed from suspicions related to harm to public funds, as well as financial and administrative violations linked to contracts, projects, and services belonging to the Authority, alongside other incidents concerning licensing procedures and fees for certain entities under the Authority’s supervision.

She emphasized that the Authority would not tolerate any transgressions affecting public funds or the rights of persons with disabilities, regardless of the status or rank of the responsible official, stressing the continuation of oversight, auditing, and accountability for anyone proven to be responsible.

She clarified that any suspicions or violations warranting accountability would be referred to the competent authorities, noting that safeguarding public funds and consolidating principles of integrity and transparency are responsibilities that brook no negligence.

She further stressed that the Authority would continue to take all necessary legal measures to protect the rights of the state and the beneficiaries of its services.