Mediterranean women, ’s conference opens in Nicosia
Fact: The #Women4Mediterranean conference will open in Nicosia to discuss financial strengthening of women, gender equality, climate change, violence against women, and media issues.
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Ed Husic breaks Labor ranks to back lower corporate taxes
Labor MP Ed Husic has broken ranks to call on the government to look at lowering company taxes.
Scrapping marina project forces change of venue for top name concerts
The three upcoming summer concerts featuring Tom Jones, Ed Sheeran, and Bonnie Tyler that were supposed to be held at the Larnaca marina have been moved to a nearby area called ‘Land of Tomorrow’ due to the government terminating its agreement with Kition Ocean Holdings over the Larnaca port and marina project.
Government does not have plan for Larnaca marina employees, Kition says
Kition Ocean Holdings expressed concern for the welfare of its employees following the government takeover of the port and marina. The company blamed the government for not having a handover period, causing uncertainty for staff. Kition stated that according to the TUPE law, employees should be automatically transferred with their existing rights to the new employer. The company seeks reassurance from the government that employees’ rights will be protected during the transition.
Artists in Cyprus demand professional recognition and better working conditions
Artists and arts professionals in Cyprus are demanding the government establish a ‘Status of the Artist’ to improve working conditions, including access to social security, medical care, and retirement benefits. The lack of a defined status has led to financial insecurity and a lack of healthcare for many in the arts sector. The Cypriot government plans to set a professional status for artists as a priority for 2024, following EU developments calling for improved living and working conditions for cultural and creative professionals.
Kition workers rehired by state after Larnaca port takeover
Workers at Kition Ocean Holdings, operator of the Larnaca marina and port concession, will be rehired by the state, securing 70 jobs just before the next mayoral and European elections.
Govt to launch food safety authority
The government plans to create a food safety authority in Cyprus.
Government reaches deal with sacked Larnaca port workers
The government reached a deal with Larnaca port and marina workers who were fired by Kition Ocean Holdings. Talks lasted for four hours and the agreement ensures that the 72 dismissed workers will transition their employment to the Larnaca and Famagusta District Development Agency.
How UK tax changes post-election could impact business compliance – The CFO
Fact: The Conservative party aims to maintain the current Corporation Tax rate at 25% and has no plans for increases this year irrespective of the election outcome.
S., Africans vote in most competitive election since end of apartheid
South Africans voted in a competitive election where the African National Congress (ANC) could lose its parliamentary majority after 30 years in government.