News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyMPs highlight overcrowding and safety concerns at Limassol primary schools
MPs visiting schools in the Limassol area on Friday raised overcrowding and safety concerns, with Ypsonas third primary school operating at 130 per cent capacity.
SocietyWomen outnumber men at every level of Cyprus’ civil service
Women make up 63 per cent of Cyprus’ civil service and hold most senior posts, while the PSC…
SocietyHIO approves 932 requests for Gesy treatment abroad in first year
The Health Insurance Organisation approved 932 of 1,304 requests for Gesy beneficiaries to receive treatment abroad in its…
SocietyLavita offers brunch and all-day dining in Larnaca’s old town
Set in a renovated 1940s house, Lavita serves brunch and evening meals on a backstreet in Larnaca’s old…
SocietyHealth minister calls for action on Cyprus’ ageing population and declining birth rate
Health Minister Neophytos Charalambides urged advance planning for demographic change at a Nicosia conference, warning of pressures on…
SocietyPrivate hospitals seek fair Gesy compensation and action on nursing shortages
Private hospitals in Cyprus have called for adequate Gesy compensation and urgent measures to tackle nursing shortages, warning…
SocietyDiesel reaches €2.126 per litre in Cyprus as petrol prices continue to rise
The Consumer Protection Service reports average diesel prices of €2.022 per litre, while petrol prices remain on an…
SocietyWISTA Cyprus hosts children’s marine workshop in Limassol for World Maritime Day 2026
WISTA Cyprus brought members and their families together for a workshop exploring the Mediterranean monk seal through music,…
SocietySafe Bulkers awards €100,000 in maritime scholarships to ten students
Safe Bulkers has awarded ten scholarships worth €10,000 each for the 2026-2027 academic year, marking the sixth consecutive…
SocietyFriday to start mostly clear, with isolated showers expected on Sunday and Monday
Temperatures will reach 30 degrees Celsius inland and on the south and east coasts on Friday, with isolated…
SocietyPublic school teachers protest proposed appointments changes at presidential palace
Hundreds of public school teachers protested proposed appointments changes, seeking guarantees of permanent job prospects for those with…