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1. Parliament debates push for unified transparency portal

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-debates-push-for-unified-transparency-portal

A bill aiming to boost government transparency by mandating the publication of all public sector decisions and administrative acts on a single digital platform was discussed Wednesday in Parliament’s Institutions Committee....

2. Education Ministry slammed for millions spent and cut corners in dodgy deals

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/education-ministry-slammed-for-millions-spent-and-cut-corners-in-dodgy-deals

A deep dive by Cyprus’ Auditor General has uncovered a troubling pattern in how the Ministry of Education, Sport and Youth has been handling public project contracts, and the red flags go back nearly a decade....

3. Another day, another alleged corruption storm as President slams Auditor’s claims

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/another-day-another-corruption-storm-as-president-slams-auditor-s-claims

Once again, Cyprus finds itself in the shadow of controversy, with fresh corruption claims raising eyebrows across the political spectrum. This time, the storm centers around an events venue in Nicosia — and whether the President himself had anything to do with how it got its license....

4. Banquet hall in Nicosia built and operating without permits

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/banquet-hall-in-nicosia-built-and-operating-without-permits

A building in Nicosia that now operates as a popular banquet and events hall was constructed and opened without the proper permits or approvals, according to a damning report by the Auditor General of the Republic. ...

5. Human Rights Court voices concern over migrant treatment in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/human-rights-court-voices-concern-over-migrant-treatment-in-cyprus

Cyprus has come under increased scrutiny for its handling of migration, with the Auditor General's recent report shining a light on several serious issues despite efforts to reduce illegal arrivals. ...

6. Public Works denies bus shelter scandal as Auditor General probes €61M project

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/public-works-denies-bus-shelter-scandal-as-auditor-general-probes-€61m-project

The Department of Public Works has firmly denied allegations of a scandal surrounding the ongoing €61.6 million national bus shelter upgrade project, following accusations raised by AKEL MP Kostas Kosta during a heated session of the Parliamentary Transport Committee....

7. 12,000 citizenship applications stuck in limbo amid processing delays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/12-000-citizenship-applications-stuck-in-limbo-amid-processing-delays

A backlog of 12,000 citizenship applications has raised serious concerns about the efficiency of Cyprus’ immigration and residence permit processing system....

8. Audit exposes gaps in Health Ministry’s grant and payment systems

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/audit-exposes-gaps-in-health-ministry-s-grant-and-payment-systems

In a recent audit by the Auditor General on the Ministry of Health's activities for 2022 and 2023, a number of financial discrepancies and issues have come to light, particularly in the way grants were distributed and payments were handled. ...

9. Suspended ex-Commissioner still paid thousands while awaiting trial

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/suspended-ex-commissioner-still-paid-thousands-while-awaiting-trial

By next June, former Volunteer Commissioner Giannakis Giannakis will have received a staggering €76,800 from the state—despite being suspended for allegedly forging his diploma and altering his final high school grades....

10. Who’s really raking it in? A peek at Cyprus’ government salaries

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/who-s-really-raking-it-in-a-peek-at-cyprus-government-salaries

The latest update from the General Accounting Office of the Republic has revealed the salaries of Cyprus’s state officials, effective from January 1, 2025....

11. Police demand €45,000 for carnival security, sparks outrage

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/police-demand-€45-000-for-carnival-security-sparks-outrage

A €45,000 bill from the police to Limassol's local authorities for security at this year's Sunday carnival parade has stirred heated reactions, with municipal officials calling the demand unacceptable and legally baseless....

12. Paphos-Polis ''killer road'' to become four-lane highway after years of delays

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/paphos-polis-killer-road-to-become-four-lane-highway-after-years-of-delays

The long-debated Paphos-Polis Chrysochous road project is finally moving forward—with a major upgrade. What was once planned as a two-lane highway will now be a four-lane road, a move the government says will improve safety and boost economic growth in the region....

13. RIK welfare fund scandal: Taxpayers on the hook for mismanaged millions

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/rik-welfare-fund-scandal-taxpayers-on-the-hook-for-mismanaged-millions

A potential case of misappropriation of public funds has emerged involving the Cyprus Radio Broadcasting Corporation's (RIK) Welfare Fund, according to findings from the Parliamentary Control Committee....

14. Nurses took on second jobs and covered for each other

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/nurses-took-on-second-jobs-and-covered-for-eachother

During Thursday's meeting of the Parliamentary Audit Committee, a finding that troubled attendees arose during discussions about the Audit Office's report on the central administration of the State Health Services Organization (SHSO)....

15. Cyprus at a political crossroads: New faces, big promises, and uncertain futures

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-at-a-political-crossroads-new-faces-big-promises-and-uncertain-futures

The political landscape in Cyprus is shifting, as traditional parties face growing public frustration and new figures step into the spotlight. ...

16. 2024: A year of change and controversy in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/2024-a-year-of-change-and-controversy-in-cyprus

2024 was a year of upheaval and drama for Cyprus, marked by significant changes, political reshuffling, court decisions, and constitutional challenges. The events listed below highlight some of the most important moments that defined the year. ...

17. Cyprus' biggest corruption cases head towards a verdict in 2025

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-biggest-corruption-cases-head-towards-a-verdict-in-2025

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with several high-profile investigations nearing their conclusions....

18. Temporary truce in the healthcare sector as December showdown looms

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/temporary-truce-in-the-healthcare-sector-as-december-showdown-looms

A temporary truce has been reached in the healthcare sector following the 48-hour doctors' strike....

19. Ex-official sued over fraud allegations and damaging audit report

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/ex-official-sued-over-fraud-allegations-and-damaging-audit-report

A legal battle has erupted in Cyprus, with the former Commissioner for the Development of Mountain Communities, Giannakis Papadouris, and V.V. Lampadistis Wineries Limited filing a lawsuit against Odysseus Michaelides....

20. Cyprus' Anti-Corruption Authority's major investigations near completion

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cyprus-anti-corruption-authority-s-major-investigations-near-completion

The Independent Anti-Corruption Authority of Cyprus is making waves as it tackles high-profile investigations into alleged corruption, including the controversial ''gold passports'' scheme, claims of a ''state mafia,'' and other issues....

21. From TikTok to Parliament? Cyprus influencers set sights on 2026 Elections

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/from-tiktok-to-parliament-cyprus-influencers-set-sights-on-2026-elections

Since Fidia's Panayiotou's election to the European Parliament, with nearly 73,000 votes, political observers in Cyprus have been analyzing the so-called "Fidias phenomenon."...

22. A black day for justice in Cyprus

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/a-black-day-for-justice-in-cyprus

September 18, 2024 will be marked as another Black Day for Democracy and the start of a slippery road to a new phase in the political life of Cyprus....

23. Attorney General and Auditor General vow strong cooperation

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/attorney-general-and-auditor-general-vow-strong-cooperation

Attorney General George Savvidis and newly appointed Auditor General Andreas Papaconstantinou are determined to work closely together for a smooth and effective partnership. ...

24. President Christodoulides urges stronger oversight with new Auditor General

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/president-christodoulides-urges-stronger-oversight-with-new-auditor-general

Andreas Papaconstantinou was officially appointed as Cyprus' new Auditor General on Wednesday, following a ceremony at the Presidential Palace with President Nikos Christodoulides. ...

25. ''Does anyone in this country ever take responsibility?''

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/comment/opinion/does-anyone-in-this-country-ever-take-responsibility

Shortly after the Supreme Court decided to dismiss Odysseas Michaelides, while society and the political system were already beginning to polarize, the president of the coalition's Democratic Party posted pictures of his family vacation in London....

26. Cypriot MEP questions fairness of auditor general’s firing

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/cypriot-mep-questions-fairness-of-auditor-general-s-firing

Cypriot Member of the European Parliament (MEP) Fidias Panayiotou has submitted a parliamentary question to the European Commission regarding the recent dismissal of Cyprus’s Auditor General, Odysseas Michaelides. ...

27. Parliament to review leadership replacement rules

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/parliament-to-review-leadership-replacement-rules

Cyprus' Parliament Speaker Annita Demetriou has called for urgent talks to establish clear rules for permanently replacing the President and Speaker of Parliament when needed....

28. Odysseas Michaelides removed: Court cites breach of public trust

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/odysseas-michaelides-removed-court-cites-breach-of-public-trust

The court’s extensive ruling regarding the dismissal of Odysseas Michaelides from the role of Auditor General introduces new legal precedents concerning the public conduct of institutional figures and those tasked with serving the public interest....

29. Andreas Papaconstantinou to become the new Auditor General

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/andreas-papaconstantinou-to-become-the-new-auditor-general

Cyprus President Nikos Christodoulides appointed Andreas Papaconstantinou as the Republic's new Auditor General. ...

30. Tensions flare over Auditor General appointment threat

https://knews.kathimerini.com.cy/en/news/tensions-flare-over-auditor-general-appointment-threat

Cyprus is facing a political storm after DIKO MP Zacharias Koulias repeated his threat to appoint a new auditor general while temporarily leading Parliament next week, ...

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