News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyLimassol authority awaits court ruling on evacuation of unsafe Seagate complex
Limassol, Cyprus. Nearly a month after the Limassol district local government organisation (EOA) applied for a court order to evacuate the unsafe Seagate apartment complex in the Yermasoyia tourist area, no decision has been…
SocietyAudit Office report finds more than a third of Cyprus school buses unroadworthy
Nicosia, Cyprus. More than a third of school buses inspected at public technical inspection centres in Cyprus were…
SocietyCyprus forecast says clear skies will give way to mountain cloud and possible rain on Thursday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus will be mostly clear on Thursday before clouds develop over the higher mountains in the…
SocietyCyprus says top EU bathing water ranking reflects strong environmental protection
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ agriculture ministry said on Wednesday that the European Commission’s first-place listing for the island’s “excellent”…
SocietyForestry department warns of €2,000 fines for unpermitted spark-producing equipment near state forests
Nicosia, Cyprus. The forestry department on Wednesday reminded the public that using spark-producing equipment near state forests without…
SocietyLimassol-Paphos motorway tunnel to close for maintenance from June 22 to June 26
Limassol, Cyprus. The tunnel on the Limassol-Paphos motorway heading towards Paphos will be closed for maintenance works from…
SocietyLimassol completes installation of 80,000 smart water meters
Limassol, Cyprus. The Limassol district government announced on Tuesday that it has completed the installation of 80,000 smart…
SocietyCyprus patient survey finds high trust in Gesy personal doctors but highlights communication gaps
Nicosia, Cyprus. A nationwide survey by the Cyprus Federation of Patients’ Associations (Osak) found generally high levels of…
SocietyCyprus lifeguard shortage poses serious beach safety risk, union says
Nicosia, Cyprus. A persistent shortage of lifeguards at Cyprus’ beaches poses a serious safety risk for beachgoers and…
SocietyCabinet approves changes to elderly home subsidy scheme in Cyprus
Nicosia, Cyprus. The cabinet on Wednesday approved changes to improve the government subsidy scheme for accommodation and care…
SocietyCyprus highlights patient-centred health innovation in meeting with Thalassaemia International Federation
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ role in promoting patient-centred health innovation was highlighted during a visit by Chief Scientist for…