News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyGeorge Ioannou takes up post as director of Cyprus central prisons
A retired military officer and former attaché to the United States has begun work as prisons director, as the Isotita union pledges support and urges reforms.
SocietyConstruction unions threaten action over work permits for third-country staff
SEK, PEO and DEOK warn of industrial action after the labour ministry renewed permits for third-country workers at…
SocietyEducation Ministry support programme workers begin indefinite strike over unimplemented employment law
Staff in the Education Ministry's support programmes stop work from Monday, November 2, and plan a march to…
SocietyCyprus Weather Forecast: Mild Monday, Showers Possible From Tuesday
Monday will bring intervals of cloud and highs of about 26C, while isolated showers or thunderstorms are expected…
SocietyPaphos protesters demand tougher enforcement of animal protection laws and more inspectors
Campaigners and residents rallied at Kato Paphos harbour, calling for more staff, stricter penalties and genuine enforcement of…
SocietyArchbishop Georgios gives Tychikos 10 days to meet him before Synod revisits case
Archbishop Georgios said the Church cannot let the dispute drag on, setting a 10-day window for the former…
SocietyCyprus central prison plan reaches third version at €300 million after seven months of site disputes
After seven months of debate over a location, the justice ministry is now considering state land near Ayios…
SocietyChristodoulides outlines support measures for young people and families to counter Cyprus’s demographic decline
In a Sunday video message, President Nikos Christodoulides presented housing, childbirth, benefit, leave and education measures that the…
SocietyOkypy urges unions to cancel planned 48-hour strike on November 10 and 11
The state health services organisation Okypy has asked unions to drop a two-day strike, saying talks on working…
SocietyHow to spot online manipulation and check claims before sharing them
False or provocative online content can shape votes and attitudes, and the EU warns of the risks, so…
SocietyAnimal rights activists to rally at Paphos harbour on Sunday over animal abuse
Campaigners will demonstrate in Paphos on Sunday at 4pm, urging the Cyprus government to enforce animal welfare laws…