Rui Pinto to Retain Witness Protection Status Following Portuguese Authorities' U-Turn
Rui Pinto, known as the Manchester City whistleblower, will continue to receive witness protection after Portuguese authorities reversed their decision to terminate it. The special security programs commission (CPES) acknowledged that Pinto was not given an opportunity to present his case before the initial decision was made. This allows Pinto to challenge the withdrawal of his protection, and the commission is expected to reconsider the matter. The Ministry of Justice stated that the CPES recognized Pinto had not been adequately informed of the grounds for ending the program or given the chance to exercise his right to challenge the decision. His protection was originally set to expire on Saturday. The commission will now provide Pinto with risk assessment reports that previously indicated a low threat to his safety. Pinto has 10 working days to review the documentation supporting the decision and respond to its reasoning and conclusions. He had previously launched a fundraising campaign due to fears for ...
