News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyFoot-and-mouth disease spreads in Dromolaxia, prompting expanded measures in Larnaca district
Dromolaxia, Cyprus. Foot-and-mouth disease has spread in Dromolaxia, extending the virus outside the initial 10km containment zone, which authorities described as expected. The Veterinary Services said the spread has increased the number of animals…
SocietyLarnaca EOA president urges strategic plan as foot-and-mouth disease hits livestock sector
Larnaca, Cyprus. The president of the Larnaca district self-government organisation (EOA) said decisions on livestock farming must be…
SocietyCyprus study links high uncertainty avoidance to car ownership, waste and food overconsumption
Nicosia, Cyprus. A study on Cyprus’ sociocultural profile has found the country scores higher on uncertainty avoidance than…
SocietyClouds and rain expected from midday Friday, with snow possible on Troodos peaks on Saturday
Nicosia, Cyprus. Weather conditions are expected to turn unsettled from midday Friday, with rain and possible isolated thunderstorms,…
SocietyHouse passes law requiring written reasons for ending motor insurance for drivers over 70
Nicosia, Cyprus. Motor insurance companies must now document their reasons when terminating coverage for people aged over 70…
SocietyFitiris inspects Limnes migrant detention centre works and Menoyia facilities
Nicosia, Cyprus. Justice Minister Costas Fitiris inspected construction progress at the pre-departure migrant detention centre in Limnes and…
SocietyCyprus emergency SMS test sees delays, language issues, Civil Defence says
Nicosia, Cyprus. A test emergency SMS sent to Cyprus residents on Wednesday evening resulted in delays, inconsistencies, and…
SocietyPasydy branch seeks immediate teleworking for staff in British base areas in Cyprus amid security concerns
Akrotiri, Cyprus. Employees of the British base areas’ civil administration branch of Pasydy have formally requested the immediate…
SocietyCentral Bank of Cyprus announces bank closures for March and April national holidays
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Central Bank of Cyprus issued a public notice on Thursday advising people and businesses that…
SocietyCyprus reinspects bomb shelters and reviews emergency systems amid regional tensions
Nicosia, Cyprus. Authorities in Cyprus are reinspecting bomb shelters across the island and reviewing emergency systems, Civil Defence…
SocietyCyprus IT sector urges urgent reforms to informatics education to keep pace with technology
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus’ information technology sector has called for urgent reforms in the way informatics is taught in…