News: Society
Cyprus news in the “Society” category — updated throughout the day.
SocietyCyprus forest cover below EU average as Eurostat reports rising drought trend
Nicosia, Cyprus. Forests cover about 18.6% of Cyprus’ total area, placing the island below overall European levels, according to Eurostat data published on Wednesday. Cyprus forest cover compared with EU levels Eurostat reported that…
SocietyLarnaca authorities launch inspections and urgent action on high-risk buildings
Larnaca, Cyprus. Local authorities said on Wednesday they are taking immediate action on 15–20 high-risk buildings in Larnaca…
SocietyERB Asfalistiki delivers fire safety simulator to Cyprus Fire Service during Fire Safety Week 2026
Nicosia, Cyprus. ERB Asfalistiki said it has strengthened the Cyprus Fire Service’s training capabilities by delivering a fire…
SocietyMinistry cites safety need for Akamas road access between Baths of Aphrodite and Fontana Amorosa
Nicosia, Cyprus. The agriculture ministry said safe access to the road linking the Baths of Aphrodite with Fontana…
SocietyFuel prices may see moderate reductions in coming days, official says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Fuel prices may drop slightly over the next few days, possibly as early as Wednesday or…
SocietyEAC offices to close Thursday during 24-hour strike, critical infrastructure expected to operate normally
Nicosia, Cyprus. The Electricity authority (EAC) said its headquarters and customer service offices will remain closed on Thursday…
SocietyCyprus forecast: Fair start to Wednesday, mountain showers expected from noon
Nicosia, Cyprus. Wednesday is expected to start mainly fine, with clouds and isolated showers forecast from noon onwards…
SocietyCyprus faces severe water scarcity as drought and rising demand strain supplies
Nicosia, Cyprus. Cyprus is facing severe water scarcity, according to Eurostat data showing it was the only European…
SocietyCyprus trade unions disappointed after meeting with energy minister ahead of 24-hour EAC strike
Nicosia, Cyprus. Trade unions said they were disappointed after a meeting with Energy Minister Michael Damianos and confirmed…
SocietyAudit Office warns Akamas road network unsafe and threatens natural reserve
Akamas, Cyprus. The Audit Office said roads in the Akamas peninsula are unsafe for many types of vehicles…
SocietyCyprus records sharp decade-long fall in serious cyclist injuries, ETSC report says
Nicosia, Cyprus. Serious cyclist injuries in Cyprus declined by an average of 7% per year from 2014 to…