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Italian Data Watchdog Member Guido Scorza Resigns, Urges Colleagues to Quit

His departure follows a criminal probe targeting the data authority's leadership.

Overview

  • Scorza submitted an irrevocable resignation to the president and secretary general Luigi Montuori, announced the move in a video and online posts, and called on other board members to step down.
  • He said he accepts no responsibility for the allegations but argued the authority needs credibility as investigations proceed.
  • Rome prosecutors are investigating four members of the Garante’s collegio, including president Pasquale Stanzione, for suspected embezzlement and corruption after broadcasts by Rai’s Report.
  • The probe examines use of public funds and official cars and considers whether relationships influenced lighter sanctions, with cases cited involving Meta’s €44 million fine and a penalty for Ita Airways.
  • Media reporting has highlighted Scorza’s prior ties to the E-Lex law firm he founded, where his wife works, and notes his 2020 appointment via the Five Star Movement and his lone non‑vote on a €150,000 fine against Report.