Local elections: a focus on Larnaca upgrade

Local elections: a focus on Larnaca upgrade

The submission process for candidate nominations in district administrations and municipalities in Larnaca was completed on Wednesday. People in Larnaca are voting in June to elect district governors, mayors, deputy mayors, municipal councillors, and members of school boards. Angelos Hadjicharalambous and Evangelos Evangelides submitted their candidacies for the role of district governor.

Larnaca marina, ’s Kition no-show at committee ‘not a sign of disrespect’

Larnaca marina, ’s Kition no-show at committee ‘not a sign of disrespect’

Developer Kition Ocean Holdings did not attend a House transport committee meeting, but insisted it was not a sign of disrespect. They tried to attend remotely but were unable to. There is a dispute with authorities over the payment of a financial guarantee for the Larnaca port and marina project. The government expects €10 million, but the company insists on discussing the amount. Transport Minister threatened to take legal action if the full amount was not paid, but Kition only put forward €4.2 million. Differences in opinion remain regarding the guarantee amount, and the construction license for the project is set to be issued soon.

Greece forest fire fighting unit trains SupportCY volunteers

Greece forest fire fighting unit trains SupportCY volunteers

Fact: The First EMODE of the Hellenic Fire Brigade trained Bank of Cyprus SupportCY volunteers on fire laws, fire risk assessment, wildland Urban Interface, fire suppression methods, fire zone construction, and scene safety.

Local elections: Nicosia candidates register for massive revamp

Local elections: Nicosia candidates register for massive revamp

Fact: Charalambos Prountzos is an independent candidate for Nicosia mayor who aims to create a city that unites all residents.

John Barnes: Ex-England and Liverpool star banned as company director over unpaid taxes

John Barnes: Ex-England and Liverpool star banned as company director over unpaid taxes

John Barnes has been banned as a director for three-and-a-half years after his company, John Barnes Media Limited, failed to pay almost £200,000 in tax. The company did not pay any corporation tax and VAT from 2018 to 2020, despite having a turnover of £441,798 during that period. Barnes was the sole director of the company, which offered media representation services. The ban prevents him from being involved in the promotion, formation, or management of a company without court permission.

Our View: Labour minister shows a clear bias in his decisions

Our View: Labour minister shows a clear bias in his decisions

The government has decided to institutionalize direct dialogue with the business community, allowing for collaboration and sharing of plans. President Nikos Christodoulides emphasized the importance of businesses in economic development and announced the formation of an advisory tripartite committee to address labor market needs. However, the Labour Minister has shown bias towards unions in labor disputes, potentially hindering business development.

63 vie for 6 MEP seats

63 vie for 6 MEP seats

A total of 63 candidates are challenging the six seats allocated to Cyprus in the next European Parliament elections, which will be held on June 9.

MPs propose pension regulation bills

MPs propose pension regulation bills

MPs proposed six bills aimed at regulating multiple pensions and the retirement age limit for state officials during a House ethics committee meeting.