Murphy Elected President of ECA for Second Time
- Tony Murphy, representing Ireland at the European Court of Auditors (ECA), has been re-elected as president of the court for a second three-year term, commencing October 1, 2025.
- Murphy initially assumed the presidency in October 2022 and has served as the Irish member of the ECA since March 2018.
- A qualified accountant and internal auditor, Murphy brings over 40 years of experience in public-sector auditing to the role.
tony Murphy Re-elected President of the European Court of Auditors
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irish Auditor Secures Second Term
Tony Murphy, representing Ireland at the European Court of Auditors (ECA), has been re-elected as president of the court for a second three-year term, commencing October 1, 2025. The ECA, the EU’s independent financial watchdog, elected Murphy by secret ballot, requiring an absolute majority of votes from its 27 members representing each EU member state.
Murphy initially assumed the presidency in October 2022 and has served as the Irish member of the ECA since March 2018. he expressed his pride, noting his origins as an Irishman from Cabra, Dublin, in leading the EU institution.
A Career in Public Sector Auditing
A qualified accountant and internal auditor, Murphy brings over 40 years of experience in public-sector auditing to the role. He began his career in the late 1970s with the Office of comptroller auditor General (OCAG) in Dublin, dedicating two decades to the organization.
Before his nomination as an ECA Member by the Irish Government, Murphy transitioned to the European Commission in Luxembourg. He then joined the ECA in 2013, holding positions as Head of Private Office of an ECA Member and as a director.
Looking Ahead: Ireland’s EU Presidency and the Next Budget
Murphy highlighted his enthusiasm for overseeing the ECA during Ireland’s upcoming EU presidency in the second half of 2026. He anticipates the ECA will make important contributions, especially as the EU prepares for negotiations surrounding the 2028-2034 EU budget.
The ECA’s role is crucial in ensuring EU funds are used legally and effectively. The court achieves this through annual and special reports, opinions, and by promoting transparency in the financial management of EU institutions.