News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyEducation Ministry support programme workers protest over employment rights
Workers in Education Ministry support programmes are protesting in Nicosia, seeking guarantees over their employment rights.
SocietyWest Nile virus cases in Cyprus rise to eight
Eight West Nile virus cases have been recorded in Cyprus this year, prompting mosquito-control measures and continued blood…
SocietyClear start, afternoon storms forecast across Cyprus
Cyprus is expected to see clear skies on Thursday morning before afternoon rain and storms, with isolated showers…
SocietyMostly clear skies expected as isolated mountain storms develop
Cloud will gradually increase on Thursday, bringing isolated rain or storms mainly over the mountains, with similar conditions…
SocietyState funding for scouts to rise to €75,000, with €100,000 for camps
President Nikos Christodoulides announced increased state support for the scouts association and additional funding for scout camps.
SocietyGovernment prepares revised teacher appointment reform proposal
Education Minister Athina Michaelidou said a revised teacher appointment proposal will be finalised in autumn, while unions warned…
SocietyCabinet approves three permanent desalination plants to address water shortages
Cyprus’ cabinet approved permanent desalination plants in Dhekelia, Ayia Thekla and Polis Chrysochous, with a combined daily capacity…
SocietyCyprus Cabinet approves three permanent desalination units
The Cabinet approved three new permanent desalination units and advanced plans to strengthen Cyprus’s water security through 2050.
SocietySchool CCTV linked to drop in vandalism, education minister says
Education Minister Athena Michailidou said CCTV-equipped schools have recorded less vandalism and delinquent behaviour.
SocietyNight pharmacies across Cyprus for Wednesday, September 2
Nine pharmacies in Nicosia and Limassol districts will operate overnight on Wednesday, September 2.
SocietyThalassa 2026 festival to return to Limassol seafront on October 10
The fifth Thalassa festival will offer interactive maritime activities for children, young people and the public in Limassol.