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1. Transport Ministry to relaunch electric car grants after public backlash

The Cypriot government is preparing new grant schemes to support the purchase of electric cars, following criticism over its recent decision to scale back an earlier subsidy program due to low uptake....

2. Subsidy for elderly care home accommodation increased more than 65%, from €785 to €1,300

A government subsidy for elderly care home accommodation will increase from €785 to €1,300, according to Christos Diomidous, an official with the Welfare Benefits Management Service at the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare....

3. Digital IDs launch in Cyprus: Here’s how to get yours

Starting today, Monday (January 27), Cypriots can apply for their new digital identity cards (eIDs), bringing the country one step closer to fully embracing the digital age. ...

4. Government launches mortgage subsidy to ease inflation’s grip

The government of Cyprus is stepping up to help homeowners struggling with rising interest rates and inflation....

5. Ministry mulls subsidies for 'vulnerable' boat owners amid Marina fee dispute

The Ministry of Transport, Communications, and Works is considering subsidies for "vulnerable" boat owners, sparking a mix of curiosity and skepticism over who qualifies as "vulnerable" in this context....

6. Government expands subsidized electricity rates for vulnerable households

The Cyprus Electricity Authority (EAC) announced an important update regarding its special household tariff for vulnerable consumers, known as Code 08...

7. Vafeadis: ''Everyone is responsible for their own car''

''Everyone is responsible for their own car,'' said the Minister of Transport, Mr. Vafeadis, regarding the problematic – and deadly – airbags found in tens of thousands of unsuspecting drivers’ cars on Cypriot roads...

8. Akamas road project delayed again as investigation continues

Decisions on key issues surrounding Akamas—particularly potential disciplinary proceedings for the first phase of the road network and the resumption of related work—are running behind schedule....

9. Finance Minister stands firm on economic stability amid rising pressures

In a recent interview with Andreas Kimitris, Cyprus Finance Minister Makis Keravnos spoke candidly about his firm stance on the country’s economic stability. ...

10. Cabinet greenlights solar water heating grants up to €900

The Cabinet approved a grant scheme on Wednesday aimed at installing solar water heating systems in homes, according to Energy, Commerce, and Industry Minister Giorgos Papanastasiou....

11. First Lady returns to Foreign Affairs duties amid allowance controversy

First Lady Philippa Karsera-Christodoulides is set to return to her position at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs following the expiration of her unpaid leave granted after her husband, Nikos Christodoulides, was elected President of the Republic. ...

12. Cyprus risks losing €657M EU grant for Interconnector project, says Energy Minister

Energy Minister George Papanastasiou expressed concerns over the potential withdrawal of a €657 million subsidy by the European Commission for the electricity interconnection project between Cyprus and Greece......

13. Government extends electricity subsidies amid high temperatures

Cyprus will extend electricity subsidies until the end of October to help citizens cope with the high summer temperatures, President Nicos Christodoulides announced after a Cabinet meeting on Tuesday....

14. Cyprus plans €3.1B climate investment by 2030

Cyprus’ total investment on climate change in both EU and public funds as well as private investments are estimated to amount to €3.1 billion by 2030, the Finance Ministry has said....

15. Hadjimanoli: ''We hope to expand into the Asian market''

Marina Hadjimanoli stepped into her role as Deputy Minister of Shipping amidst a period of upheaval, with the shipping sector grappling with various challenges including geopolitical conflicts and safeguarding supply chains against potential terrorist threats targeting merchant vessels....

16. Macron declares ''Europe is mortal,'' calls for unity

The 27-country bloc needs to urgently rethink its defence and economic models to not fall behind its rivals, the French leader said. ...

17. Government unveils ambitious housing strategy, Minister Ioannou reveals

The government has set the people and their servicing without undue inconvenience at the core of its policies, Minister of the Interior Constantinos Ioannou said on Tuesday, adding the Ministry is working on issuing of public documents the Civil Registry Department. ...

18. Cyprus-Greece ferry service resumes for third year

The Cyprus-Greece maritime passenger connection is set to resume for the third consecutive year, subsidized by the state following approval from the European Commission, ...

19. EU probes Chinese subsidy claims in Romania solar tender

20. Cyprus ends fuel tax break, prices set to spike from April 1st

Starting April 1st, the reduced consumption tax on fuels (95-octane gasoline and diesel) will come to an end, reverting to 8.3 cents per liter for gasoline and 6.3 cents per liter for heating oil....

21. Government now implements preemptive checks on companies

In a decision announced by Finance Minister Makis Keraunos on Tuesday, the Cabinet approved the establishment of a unified regulatory authority for companies offering administrative services. ...

22. Christodoulides unveils €60M relief package amid rising prices

In an address to the nation, the President of Cyprus unveiled a series of targeted measures aimed at alleviating the economic challenges faced by households and businesses amidst rising prices. ...

23. EC approves interest subsidy scheme for housing loans

In a significant development, the European Commission's DG Competition has approved an interest subsidy scheme aimed at housing loans in Cyprus....

24. Cyprus development expenditure: 2023 surpasses €1B

The realization of state budget development expenditure in 2023 reached 72% compared to 70% in 2022 and the average of 69% over the last decade, according to a Treasury report released on Wednesday....

25. Electricity subsidy extends to vulnerable consumers until February's end

With its metaphorical ''finger on the trigger,'' the Ministry of Finance is vigilantly tracking the anticipated surges in the current....

26. Energy Minister deliberates potential 6% electricity bill increases

The Energy Minister, George Papanastasiou, addressed concerns about potential electricity bill hikes arising from the EAC's request to CERA to recover 6% of its 2024 expenses....

27. Cypriot farmers' protests send ripples across Europe

The surge of farmers' fury has reverberated in a manner unprecedented for Brussels, the nerve center of European decision-making....

28. Businesses receive €14 million in pandemic blunder

In an inadvertent error, support payments totaling EUR 13.82 million were extended to 152 cases, failing to meet subsidy criteria under the Plan's terms and conditions. ...

29. Farmers rally at Presidential Palace over subsidies

In a dramatic turn of events today, potato and wheat farmers engaged in clashes with the police during their protest outside the Presidential Palace....

30. Electricity bills to drop by 12% starting November 1

In a recent announcement, consumers in Cyprus can expect a 12% reduction in their electricity bills starting November 1. ...