FORMER public utilities minister Marvin Gonzales has accused the Government of returning 'criminals' to the helm of the Water and Sewerage Authority (WASA).

Gonzales on Thursday cited nepotism at the State agency and called on Public Utilities Minister Barry Padarath, as well as Minister in the Ministry of Housing Anil Roberts, to explain their relationships with several high-level employees hired under the United National Congress administration.

The Arouca/Lopinot MP was speaking at a People's National Movement meeting at the Bon Air West Community Centre.