AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoPublic Sector Reform: Justice Minister Costas Fityris says new legislation is being drafted to curb sick-leave abuse across Cyprus’s public service, after talks with the finance, labour and health ministries and the Cyprus Medical Association—while unions warn any changes must protect genuine illness and chronic conditions. Heatwave Readiness: The fire service is on full alert as a heatwave looms, holding a national coordination meeting to tighten prevention and response; officials cite 1,350 fires so far in 2026 and urge the public to avoid everyday ignition risks. Environment & Waste: The Council of Ministers approved €1 million to clear illegally dumped waste sites, prioritising areas at higher wildfire risk and building on the #WasteFreeCyprus clean-up push. UN Buffer Zone Biodiversity: Experts say the UN-controlled buffer zone has become a wildlife haven after decades of low human activity, and argue carefully guided resettlement could preserve the ecological gains. 1974 Anniversary: Cyprus marked the coup resistance anniversary, with officials stressing that remembrance lives in people and justice for victims and missing persons. Tourism & Economy: Consumer spending remains resilient, with mall traffic up as summer sales kick off, while tourism shows a slower, more cautious spending pattern.
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