News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyEnvironmental groups seek clarity on Peyia beer festival near Akamas protected areas
Peyia, Cyprus. Three environmental organisations have requested immediate clarification from the environment department over the planned Beerateia Beer Festival near protected areas of the Akamas peninsula. BirdLife Cyprus, Terra Cypria and the environmental organisations’…
SocietyCyprus to Sound Sirens for 1974 Coup and Invasion Anniversaries
Nicosia, Cyprus. Sirens will sound across Cyprus on the mornings of Wednesday, July 15, and Monday, July 20,…
SocietyEtek calls for long-term school infrastructure planning after Audit Office report
Nicosia, Cyprus. Etek president Constantinos Constanti called for long-term planning of school infrastructure after an Audit Office report…
SocietyCyprus grid prepared for higher summer electricity demand, TSO says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ electricity grid has sufficient capacity to meet higher demand forecast for the summer as temperatures…
SocietyEU report calls for age-based safeguards to protect children online
Brussels, Belgium. The European Union has presented an expert report recommending age-based safeguards for children online, including limits…
SocietySBA Administration deploys new patrol vehicles and equipment for civil wardens
Akrotiri, Cyprus. The Sovereign Base Areas Administration has introduced four specialised patrol vehicles and new operational equipment for…
SocietyMostly clear skies and rising temperatures forecast across Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. A seasonal low-pressure system will continue to affect Cyprus on Tuesday, bringing mostly clear skies, warmer…
SocietyCyprus allocates €27 million to 142 voluntary social care organisations
Nicosia, Cyprus. The state has allocated €27 million to support 142 voluntary organisations providing social care services, Deputy…
SocietyCyprus signs contract for Next Generation 112 emergency system
Nicosia, Cyprus. Interior Minister Constantinos Ioannou welcomed the signing of a contract between Civil Defence and the Cyprus…
SocietyMichaelidou defends prefabricated classrooms as temporary response to overcrowding
Nicosia, Cyprus. Education Minister Athena Michaelidou said prefabricated classrooms can be used to address school overcrowding and accommodate…
SocietyCyprus hospital bed numbers reach decade high in 2024
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus had 3,211 hospital beds in 2024, the highest number recorded over the past decade, according…