News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyJustice ministry expands prison guard training with University of Cyprus
A 13-week programme for 44 newly recruited prison officers combines theory and practical instruction, with a focus on rehabilitation.
SocietyCyprus Civil Defence calls up women born in 2004 and men born in 1972 and 1973
The interior ministry has announced registration dates and arrangements for citizens called up for two years of Civil…
SocietyOrange alert warns of thunderstorms in Paphos, Limassol and parts of Larnaca
Civil Defence sent a CY-ALERT notification on Wednesday afternoon warning of strong thunderstorms, gusty winds and possible hail,…
SocietyCyprus nursing bills deepen dispute between private hospitals and state nurses’ unions
Private hospitals warn of bed closures amid a nursing shortage, while state nurses’ unions question staffing figures and…
SocietyCyprus moves specified residence permit renewals online from January 1
The migration deputy ministry said renewals for specified temporary residence permits and permanent residence permits must be submitted…
SocietyFormer Cyprus Mail journalists honoured at CyBC annual awards
Andreas Hadjipapas and John Vickers were among those recognised on Tuesday night for their contributions to CyBC and…
SocietyCyprus seeks closer cooperation on clinical research and access to new medicines
Officials, healthcare professionals and pharmaceutical representatives discussed research, funding and faster access to innovative treatments at an event…
SocietyAudit identifies gaps in Nicosia bus information, facilities and route reliability
An Audit Office report published on Wednesday highlighted shortcomings in Nicosia’s bus services, with 63 per cent of…
SocietyUpdated orange storm warning brings start forward to 3pm on Wednesday
The met department has revised its orange warning for severe storms to run from 3pm on Wednesday until…
SocietyLimassol EOA says Garyllis river water comes from desalination plant, not sewage
The Limassol local government organisation said water in the Garyllis river comes from a Water Development Department desalination…
SocietyOrange warning issued for severe storms from Wednesday evening
The meteorological department has issued an orange warning from 7pm Wednesday to 5am Thursday, forecasting severe storms, intense…