Cyprus Paralympic Committee: Intervention in the EU regarding Fidias' statements – Calls on the European Parliament to investigate the characterization "cripples".

The Cyprus Paralympic Committee has formally requested the European Parliament to investigate statements made by MEP Fidias Panayiotou. The committee argues that Panayiotou's remarks, specifically the use of the term "pelloi," are offensive to individuals with intellectual disabilities and violate EU values. They believe these statements, made during a public podcast, constitute verbal abuse and reinforce harmful stereotypes. The committee emphasizes the need for institutional accountability, urging a review by relevant ethics and equality bodies within the European Parliament. They assert that even an apology wouldn't negate the severity or the need for formal review.