News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyMotorcyclists make up 38 per cent of Cyprus road fatalities, says Transport Minister Evi Tsolaki
Transport Minister Evi Tsolaki said motorcyclists and young people made up large shares of road deaths from 2021 to 2025 as she launched a campaign in Limassol against distracted driving.
SocietyArchbishopric seeks permit to renovate Phaneromeni school in Nicosia for University of Cyprus
The archbishopric has filed a planning application to renovate the old Phaneromeni school and build a public square,…
SocietyPolice warn of Nicosia centre traffic curbs for Apoel centenary Fan Day and torch relay
Drivers are advised to stay out of Nicosia's old centre on Saturday because of Apoel's centenary events, which…
SocietyIsolated showers expected over Troodos on Saturday before temperatures fall from Sunday
The met office forecasts isolated showers and a possible thunderstorm over Troodos on Saturday afternoon, with temperatures dropping…
SocietyCyprus Health Ministry Budget for 2027 Set at €1.4 Billion, Up About Three Per Cent
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides presented the 2027 budget to the House health committee, prompting debate on Gesy, staffing…
SocietyTsolaki: Cyprus’ location brings heavy aviation safety duties amid regional tensions
Transport Minister Evie Tsolaki told a Flight Safety Foundation conference that regional instability can disrupt air traffic, and…
SocietyCyprus Weighs Air Ambulance Purchase and Wider Aid for Patients Treated Abroad
During the 2027 health budget debate, Minister Neophytos Charalambides said an air ambulance and the removal of income…
SocietyNew training programme prepares Cyprus ambulance crews to assist people with autism
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides presented a programme developed by the Cyprus Ambulance Service, Voice for Autism and SupportCY…
SocietyNew wildlife care and rehabilitation centre opens in Yeri
Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou inaugurated a €720,000 facility in Yeri for injured, sick and orphaned wild animals, replacing…
SocietyAkamas Forest Road Between Baths of Aphrodite and Fontana Amorosa to Close for Repairs
The forest road connecting the Baths of Aphrodite with Fontana Amorosa in Akamas national forest park will be…
SocietyCyprus to Raise Subsidised Fertility Treatment Cycles From Four to Five in 2027
The health ministry plans to fund a fifth fertility treatment cycle at €4,500 per attempt, with €7 million…