As football fans prepare for the final of Euro 2012, allegations of corrupt practices continue to haunt the host nation and its leaders, according to The Independent.
The Independent writes: As Kyiv prepares for the last act of Euro 2012 – tomorrow night’s final between Italy and Spain – the country is reflecting on a tournament that went a lot better than many expected in terms of organisation and fan experience. But attention is now turning to corruption allegations surrounding President Viktor Yanukovych and his government.
According to The Independent, The government spent around £ 6bn on preparations for the Euros according to some estimates. But having cancelled competitive tenders set for contracts to build stadiums and infrastructure, critics say that up to 40 per cent of the cash could have been pocketed by people in Mr Yanukovych’s inner circle.
