News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyOEV authorised to take measures over understaffing in private hospitals
Nicosia, Cyprus. The employers’ union OEV said it has been authorised to take all necessary measures, including postponing the operation of private hospitals, pending developments in understaffing. The organisation made the statement on Thursday.…
SocietyEastern Mediterranean University says Turkish mayor Yusuf Alemdar never studied there
Famagusta, Cyprus. Eastern Mediterranean University said on Thursday that Turkish mayor Yusuf Alemdar never studied at the institution…
SocietyPregnant woman transferred to Israel for urgent newborn surgery, HIO says
Nicosia, Cyprus. A woman who is 35 weeks pregnant was transferred to Israel on Wednesday to ensure the…
SocietyMandatory monitoring of electromechanical installations during construction discussed in parliament
Nicosia, Cyprus. Monitoring of electromechanical installations during building construction is set to become mandatory under new regulations discussed…
SocietyLarnaca to face reduced water pressure from February 24, 2026 amid water conservation efforts
Larnaca, Cyprus. Water pressure in Larnaca will be reduced from February 24, 2026, as part of measures to…
SocietyYellow weather warning issued for rain and storms
Nicosia, Cyprus. The met office announced a yellow weather warning for rain and storms, in effect from 6am…
SocietyOsak says lung transplant patient remains on waiting list after missed flight abroad
Nicosia, Cyprus. A patient who missed a chance for a lung transplant abroad because no air transport was…
SocietyAmbulance service head warns parliament of underfunding as MPs debate national agency bill
Nicosia, Cyprus. Ambulance service head Riana Constantinou warned parliament on Thursday of years of state inaction and underfunding…
SocietyCloudy conditions and possible storms forecast, with rain continuing into Saturday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is forecast to see mostly cloudy conditions on Thursday, with localized rain and isolated storms…
SocietyStudent housing and Tepak marine school plans discussed at House education committee
Larnaca, Cyprus. Student housing for Tepak and the opening of the university’s marine sciences school in Larnaca were…
SocietyPatient misses lung transplant abroad after no air carrier could meet three-hour airlift window
Nicosia, Cyprus. A patient missed the opportunity for a lung transplant abroad after none of the air carriers…