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12-07-2022 14:56
ECDC and EMA update recommendations on additional booster doses of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines
The European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control (ECDC) and the European Medicines Agency (EMA) are recommending that second booster doses of mRNA COVID-19 vaccines be considered for people between 60 and 79 years old and people with medical conditions putting them at high risk of severe disease.In April 2022, both agencies recommended that people over 80 years of age be considered for a second booster. However, the agencies noted at the time that it might be necessary to consider seco...
12-07-2022 13:10
Results of the Construction and Land Development Survey 2020
Decrease in Value Added in the Construction Sector by 3,9%According to the results of the Construction and Land Development Survey, the main aggregates of the construction sector in 2020 registered a negative growth rate compared to 2019.In particular, production value in the broad construction sector decreased in 2020 by 0,2% to €4.294,6 million compared to €4.302,2 million in 2019. Value added at current prices decreased by 3,9% to €1.119,6 million in 2020 compared to €1.165,6 million in ...
12-07-2022 12:45
The President of the Republic signed the book of condolences for the former Prime Minister of Japan
The President of the Republic Mr Nicos Anastasiades signed today the book of condolences opened at the Embassy of Japan for the death of former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe.In the book of condolences President Anastasiades wrote the following:«I was deeply shocked and saddened by the unexpected passing of former Prime Minister of Japan, Shinzo Abe.At these difficult moments, I would like to extend on behalf of the people and the Government of the Republic of Cyprus, as well as on my...
12-07-2022 10:56
Photo Album - PoR – Swearing-in ceremony of the new President of the Supreme Court
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, attends the swearing-in ceremony of the new President of the Supreme Court, Mr Antonis Liatsos, at the Presidential Palace.
12-07-2022 08:34
Pafos KE.PO. closed today and tomorrow
The Cyprus Post announces that, today and tomorrow, 12/7/2022 and 13/7/2022, the Citizen Centre (KE.PO.) of Pafos District Post Office will remain closed, due to Covid-19 incidents.The Cyprus Post apologises for any inconvenience caused and asks for the public’s understanding.(MV/ECHR)
11-07-2022 13:07
Government Employment by Category: June 2022
Total Employment: 53.474In June 2022 total government employment increased by 265 persons (0,5%) in comparison to the corresponding month of 2021 and reached 53.474 persons. Permanent staff decreased by 679 persons (-2,5%), from 26.629 to 25.950 persons. Casual staff increased by 882 persons (4,9%) and reached 18.980 persons compared to 18.098 persons in June 2021. Compared to June 2021 an increase is observed in Civil Service staff (0,8%) and in Educational Service staff (2,0%), whereas ...
11-07-2022 12:50
Foreign Trade Statistics, April 2022 (final data) and May 2022 (provisional data)
The Statistical Service of Cyprus announces the release of final data on the foreign trade of Cyprus for April 2022 and of provisional data for May 2022.FOREIGN TRADE STATISTICS, APRIL 2022The main developments in the foreign trade of Cyprus in April 2022 were:(a) Total imports of goods (from EU member states and from third countries) amounted to €843,1 mn in April 2022 as compared to €694,8 mn in April 2021, recording an increase of 21,3%.(b) Exports of domestically produced products, in...
11-07-2022 09:27
Photo Album - PoR – Memorial service for the heroes of Mari
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, attends the memorial service for the heroes of Mari, at the “Evaggelos Florakis” Naval Base, Mari.
09-07-2022 12:56
Rapid Antigen Testing Units – 10 July 2022
Based on the decisions of the Council of Ministers, as of 15 May 2022, it is recommended that all citizens, regardless of vaccination history, undergo a self-test or Rapid test once a week.According to the Ministerial Decision, all groups of citizens may be served through the mobile rapid antigen testing units free of charge, regardless of their vaccination history. The Rapid Antigen Testing Units of the Ministry of Health operate only on Saturdays and Sundays, conducting sample testing for...
08-07-2022 15:11
Photo Album - Finance Minister, European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms – Joint press conference
The Minister of Finance, Mr Constantinos Petrides, at a joint press conference with the European Commissioner for Cohesion and Reforms, Ms Elisa Ferreira, for the presentation and approval of the Cohesion Policy programme “THALIA 2021-2027”, in the presence of the President of the Republic, at the Cyprus Theatre Organisation, in Lefkosia.
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