Cyprus

Nurses set strict terms for employing foreign staff

Union opposition and private sector pressure on nurse legislation Cyprus is facing tensions over the prospect of employing foreign nurses, as unions reject proposed legislative...

New coast guard service to consolidate six state services

Cyprus is set to establish a dedicated coast guard service after the cabinet approved the proposal, consolidating six state services currently handling maritime affairs...

Cyprus plans addiction rehabilitation programmes in prison

Meeting focuses on treatment and prevention The launch of a prison-based rehabilitation programme was central to a meeting on Tuesday between the Minister of Justice...

Halloumi production manageable if foot-and-mouth virus contained

Cheesemakers say situation under control for now The situation surrounding halloumi production remains manageable, provided the spread of foot-and-mouth disease is contained, according to Michalis...

Nicosia police arrest 29-year-old for cannabis and cocaine possession

Police stop and attempted escape A 29-year-old man was arrested in Nicosia for the instant offence of illegal possession of drugs. The suspect is expected...