COVID19: Lockdown visible on post-Christmas horizon

Scientists advising the government on the coronavirus are sounding the alarm over rising COVID-19 cases, warning of a new lockdown after Christmas if restrictions are not strictly observed. With Christmas fast approaching

Annual tourist arrivals rocket 196%

In the 11 months to November, tourists visiting Cyprus jumped 195.9%, recording an increase of 1.21 million arrivals, compared to 2020 when covid-19 travel restrictions were worse. According to data announced Tuesday

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Former MPs face prosecution over passport scandal

Police are requesting the prosecution of former House Speaker Demetris Syllouris and ex-AKEL MP Christakis Giovani implicated in the golden passport scandal, which ended the citizenship for investment scheme. Police have completed

COVID19: Lockdown avoided, but tests for workers

Cyprus has tightened COVID-19 rules for the Christmas holidays, including testing for employees and shortening the Safe Pass validity for those contracting the virus. On Tuesday, Health Minister Michalis Hadjipantelas announced more

Cyprus extends airline incentive scheme

The Cabinet approved a six-month extension of an incentives scheme to airlines to combat the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on Cyprus connectivity. Transport Minister Yiannis Kasouros said Tuesday the six-month extension