Paphos Chamber of Commerce urges action on airport road
The Paphos Chamber of Commerce urged the government to speed up developments for the construction of a road linking Paphos airport to tourist areas, including the town centre.
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Audit Office calls for revised study on Pentakomo development to protect seals
The Audit Office has requested a revised site allocation study for proposed marine farm facilities in the Moni-Vassiliko area due to the area’s significance for the Mediterranean monk seal. Plans to develop aquaculture facilities in the environmentally sensitive area are facing scrutiny, with a project tender issued for €34 million. The Audit Office recommends updating the National Action Plan for Monk Seal Conservation and ensuring public access to relevant assessments. Delays in project implementation could risk losing funding. The Audit Office criticizes the lack of detail in alternative locations considered in a previous study and recommends a revised study to address the gap. The Department of Environment’s pre-screening report for the Environmental Impact Assessment is criticized for not adequately considering the importance of the area for the Mediterranean monk seal. The proposed project aims to serve seven of the nine existing marine aquaculture farms in Cyprus, providing necessary support infrastructure.
Top UN officials call on UK to reconsider plan to transfer asylum seekers to Rwanda
Two United Nations officials have urged the UK to reconsider its plan to transfer asylum seekers to Rwanda, stating that it would harm human rights and refugee protection. The UK is encouraged to find alternative solutions to address irregular migrant flows. The legislation has been criticized for deviating from the UK’s tradition of providing refuge and hindering the rule of law. Italy is also considering measures to address illegal migration, such as building reception camps in Albania for migrants arriving by sea.
Ministry looking at alternatives for smart electricity meters
The energy ministry and the electricity authority (EAC) are studying alternative solutions for the provision of smart meters to avoid repeated delays.