Notifications can be managed in browser preferences.Jump to contentIndependentSwipe for next articleIndependent Bulletin homepageDownload our appAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleJane DaltonWednesday 29 April 2026 10:01 BSTNicole Minetti says the claims are untrue (Reuters)Italian President Sergio Mattarella ordered an urgent review of the pardon granted to Nicole Minetti, who was convicted in the "bunga bunga" sex party scandal.Minetti, a former dental hygienist and showgirl, received a pardon in February for convictions related to procuring sex workers for Silvio Berlusconi's parties and misuse of public funds.The pardon was reportedly based on claims of her adopted child's poor health, which she stated prevented her from performing community service.Il Fatto Quotidiano newspaper reported alleged inconsistencies regarding the child's adoption and health, prompting the Milan prosecutor general's office to launch an investigation through Interpol.Ms Minetti denies falsifying her application, but the case has led to calls for the resignation of Justice Minister Carlo Nordio, who recommended clemency.In fullProbe launched into pardon of bunga bunga showgirl at centre of Berlusconi scandalThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in