The Cyprus parliament specified the deadlines for the penalty points. Illegal kiosks were found on Akamas. In Cyprus, it is planned to build 1900 new residential units as part of the Build to Rent program. The Cyprus Airways aircraft returned to Larnaka due to smoke in the cabin. Cyprus police are planning reforms to enhance the fight against organized crime, corruption and violence.
- Cyprus parliament made clarity in the question of canceling penalty points for traffic violations. According to new clarifications, all valid penalties will be canceled in two years, and not after three, regardless of the date of their accrual. In addition, the term of payment of fines has been extended from 30 to 90 days.
- In the central part of the Akamas peninsula, illegally installed kiosks were identified, which caused the appropriate reaction of the authorities. Terra sent a letter to state bodies with a request to take measures within a month to remove them. The Department of Environment confirmed the presence of two kiosks in the private possessions of the Platanos district and next to the Lara-Toxevtra beach, urging the Akamas municipality to immediately eliminate violations.
- The Minister of Internal Affairs of Cyprus Konstantinos John said that in the framework of the Build to Rent program, about 1900 new residential units are planned, of which more than 280 can be purchased at affordable prices. This initiative is aimed at increasing affordable housing for low and medium income citizens, especially for young people, in particular, for young families.
- March 14, 2025, the aircraft of the Cyprus Airways airline, which flew out of Larnaki to Dubai, suffered smoke in the cabin shortly after take -off. The crew commander, following the security protocols, decided to return to the departure airport. The plane landed safely and was met by fire brigades, after which the passengers were evacuated.
- The Cyprus Head Femicoklis Arnautis held a meeting with the heads of departments, at which they discussed the need to accelerate the reorganization to increase the effectiveness of the structure. The goal is to increase the ability of units to effectively respond to growing threats, including organized crime, corruption and violence. By 2030, it is planned to introduce modern technologies and significantly improve operational response to illegal incidents. The changes are aimed at improving the availability of police services for citizens and improving interaction with society.
