News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyFirst foot and mouth disease case confirmed in Limassol district
Limassol, Cyprus. The veterinary service on Tuesday confirmed the first case of foot and mouth disease in the Limassol district. The outbreak concerns a farm in Pachna with around 60 goats and sheep. Outbreak…
SocietyCyprus holds Ifestos wildfire response exercise near Kapedes in Nicosia district
Kapedes, Cyprus. A large-scale wildfire response exercise involving ground and aerial forces was held on Tuesday near Troodos…
SocietyHIO urges discreet handling of personal data in pharmacies and use of Gesy prescription barcodes
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Health Insurance Organisation (HIO) said on Tuesday that the use of personal data in pharmacies…
SocietyNew e-scooter law takes effect, raising minimum rider age to 17 and tightening controls
Nicosia, Cyprus. New legislation regulating the use of e-scooters came into force on Tuesday, raising the minimum age…
SocietyCyprus banks to close to the public on June 1, 2026 for Pentecost holiday
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Central Bank of Cyprus (CBC) said all banking institutions across the island will be closed…
SocietyCyprus Game Fund tracks turtle doves as population declines and migration routes emerge
Nicosia, Cyprus. The population of turtle doves in Cyprus is diminishing, prompting the Game Fund to monitor the…
SocietyDeputy ministry signs agreement with KPMG to modernise social welfare services
Nicosia, Cyprus. The deputy ministry of social welfare has signed an agreement with KPMG to modernise the organisation…
SocietyEtek urges halt to fast-track permit revocations pending review of Cyprus licensing checks
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ Scientific and Technical Chamber (Etek) called for revocations of certificates and permits issued through the…
SocietyCyprus Shipping Deputy Ministry marks International Day for Women in Maritime with reception
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ Shipping Deputy Ministry marked the International Day for Women in Maritime with a cocktail reception…
SocietyMostly sunny Tuesday expected, with midweek cooling and possible isolated rain
Nicosia, Cyprus. Tuesday’s weather is expected to be mostly sunny across most of the island, with sparse cloud…
SocietyCyprus environment commissioner urges withdrawal of approval for Akamas roadwork
Nicosia, Cyprus. Environment Commissioner Antonia Theodosiou has requested the immediate cancellation and withdrawal of environmental approval for the…