News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyDemolition works halted in Nicosia after asbestos discovery
Nicosia, Cyprus. Authorities on Monday halted demolition-related works at a building in Ayios Andreas after asbestos sheets were discovered at the site. The contractor was ordered to prepare a plan for the safe removal…
SocietyPaphos EOA says recruitment procedures complied with legislation
Paphos, Cyprus. The Paphos district government organisation (EOA) said on Monday that its recent recruitment procedures were conducted…
SocietyCyprus unveils rapid response plan after motorway closure
Nicosia, Cyprus. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris on Monday announced a national rapid response plan aimed at improving coordination…
SocietyCrows in Cyprus draw attention for problem-solving and social intelligence
Nicosia, Cyprus. Crows and other corvids are increasingly recognised by scientists for problem-solving, memory, social learning and behaviours…
SocietyOsak reports complaints over personal doctors in Gesy
Nicosia, Cyprus. The patients’ union Osak has received complaints concerning the conduct of personal doctors within the general…
SocietyOPOK urges stronger wildfire prevention measures as Cyprus enters high-risk period
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Federation of Environmental Organisations of Cyprus (OPOK) on Monday called on the state to strengthen…
SocietyNicosia temporary green points to close from August 1 to 16
Nicosia, Cyprus. Nicosia’s temporary green points in Kaimakli and Ayios Dhometios will be closed from August 1 to…
SocietySunny week ahead as temperatures rise above seasonal average
Nicosia, Cyprus. The week will begin with sunny weather and temperatures of up to 37C inland, 35C along…
SocietyCare home costs and availability place pressure on families in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. Care home fees in Cyprus vary widely, with the lowest charges exceeding €1,000 per month before…
SocietyCyprus campers face fewer legal sites as key facilities close or undergo upgrades
Polis Chrysochous, Cyprus. Finding a legal campsite in Cyprus has become increasingly difficult this summer following the closure,…
SocietyCyprus battery storage project targets operation before summer 2027
Nicosia, Cyprus. Electricity storage batteries are expected to arrive in Cyprus in January 2027, with installation of a…