Building renovation

Famagusta Police arrest eight in undocumented work raid

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Famagusta Police arrest eight in undocumented work raid

A joint operation by the Alien and Migration Department and the Ministry of Labour in Famagusta district targeted a building renovation site to investigate undeclared work, social security violations, minimum wage issues, and illegal employment. Eight foreign nationals were arrested, six for working without proper documentation and two for residing in the country illegally. The employer of four individuals, a 69-year-old man, confessed to the offences. Investigations are ongoing to identify the remaining employers. The Ayia Napa Police Station is handling the investigation for the five documented cases of illegal employment.

EU adopts rules on upgrading buildings

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EU adopts rules on upgrading buildings

The European Commission adopted the Energy Performance of Buildings Directives, which require member states to reduce emissions and energy consumption in buildings across the EU. By 2030, all G-class buildings must be upgraded to an F rating.

Lefka court to reopen on Monday

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Lefka court to reopen on Monday

The courthouse in the village of Lefka is set to reopen on Monday after being closed for over five years due to renovations. It had been closed since 2018 because of safety concerns, with court proceedings temporarily moved to Morphou. Lefka, separated from Morphou as a distinct district in December 2016, traditionally has its own courthouse and police department, similar to the other five districts in the north. With this reopening, the north will have six district courts located in Famagusta, Kyrenia, Lefka, Morphou, Nicosia, and Trikomo. Concerns about the absence of a courthouse in Lefka were raised by residents in January, highlighting an increase in crimes. They emphasized the importance of trying crimes in their place of commission as a deterrent. Additionally, there were calls for the establishment of a Lefka police department, which had been transferred to Morphou in 1977 and not re-established in Lefka since its separation from Morphou.