Recent News
Press Releases
08-03-2022 14:35
Appointment availability for the Nuvaxovid vaccine via the vaccination portal
In the framework of its efforts to facilitate citizens’ vaccination against COVID-19, the Ministry of Health informs that Novavax’s Nuvaxovid vaccine is available on the vaccination portal only and citizens can now arrange their vaccination appointments.It should be noted that the Nuvaxovid vaccine is given to people aged 18 years and over in two doses, with an interval of three weeks between doses. It is only used as 1st and 2nd dose of vaccine against COVID-19. How does the Nuvaxovid vac...
08-03-2022 14:06
Epidemiological risk assessment of countries concerning COVID-19, dated 07/03/2022
Following a decision of the Council of Ministers, as of 21st February 2022 the new Action Plan for the smooth operation of flights and the operation of airports entered into force. The Epidemiological Monitoring Unit of the Ministry of Health has made a re-evaluation of the epidemiological situation in various countries as regards COVID-19.The categorisation of countries shall apply for travel purposes to non-vaccinated passengers or passengers who do not hold a valid certificate of vaccinat...
08-03-2022 13:06
Employment - National Accounts: 4th quarter 2021 (Provisional Estimate)
Total employment for the 4rd quarter of 2021 is estimated at 451.767 persons, of which 402.117 are employees and 49.650 are self-employed.Compared to the corresponding quarter of 2020, total employment increased by 1,6% for the 4th quarter of 2021. The most significant percentage increases were observed in the economic activities of Accommodation and Food Services (NACE I), Education (NACE P), Construction (NACE F) and Information and Communication (NACE J).Actual hours worked for the 4th ...
08-03-2022 13:02
Rapid Antigen Testing Units – 9 March 2022
Based on the decisions of the Council of Ministers, and aiming at the suppression of the dispersion of the virus SARS-CoV-2, in places where SafePass is required, individuals aged 6 and above must hold one of the following:Certificate of full vaccination.Proof that they have been infected with COVID-19 during the last three months.Certificate of a negative rapid antigen test, valid for 7 days, for individuals aged 6-11 years old.Certificate of a negative PCR or rapid antigen test, valid...
08-03-2022 12:26
Press Statement of the President of the Republic of Cyprus Mr Nicos Anastasiades after his meeting with the President of Slovenia Mr Borut Pahor
It is a distinct pleasure to welcome my dear friend, President Pahor, and to be offered the opportunity to reciprocate the warm hospitality extended during my state visit to Slovenia in 2017.Dear President, your visit takes place at what only can be described as extremely tragic and challenging times for Ukraine and its people and, inevitably, a large part of our discussions was dedicated to this ongoing humanitarian crisis.A crisis which transcends Ukraine’s borders, with grave and multipl...
08-03-2022 10:14
Photo Album - PoR – President of Slovenia – Welcome ceremony
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, welcomes the President of Slovenia, Mr Borut Pahor, at the Presidential Palace.
08-03-2022 08:16
***REVISED*** Readjustment plan on restrictions against COVID-19
Date of application of the Readjustment plan: 8 March 2022 HIGH RISK:• Entertainment establishments, music and dance venues serving more than 150 people (1 person per 1.5 m²)• Catering establishments (restaurants, taverns, cafes, pubs, snack-bars, bars, coffee shops) serving more than 150 people with a dance floor (1 person per 1.5 m²)• Events, including weddings and christenings in catering establishments and reception venues serving more than 150 people (1 person per 1.5 m², w...
07-03-2022 16:53
Rapid Antigen Testing Units – 8 March 2022
Based on the decisions of the Council of Ministers, and aiming at the suppression of the dispersion of the virus SARS-CoV-2, in places where SafePass is required, individuals aged 6 and above must hold one of the following:Certificate of full vaccination.Proof that they have been infected with COVID-19 during the last three months.Certificate of a negative rapid antigen test, valid for 7 days, for individuals aged 6-11 years old.Certificate of a negative PCR or rapid antigen test, valid ...
07-03-2022 10:11
Guidelines by the Ministry of Health for the release of positive COVID-19 cases
Further to the recent decision of the Council of Ministers on 3 March 2022, regarding the release of Covid-19 positive cases on day 7, the Ministry of Health informs that as of Tuesday 8 March 2022, virus-positive individuals may be released on day 7, provided that they have a negative rapid antigen test result from predefined points indicated by the Ministry of Health and do not have any active virus symptoms.The procedure is as follows: • On the 6th day of self-isolation, virus-positive c...
06-03-2022 12:29
Rapid Antigen Testing Units – 7 March 2022
Based on the decisions of the Council of Ministers, and aiming at the suppression of the dispersion of the virus SARS-CoV-2, in places where SafePass is required, individuals aged 6 and above must hold one of the following:Certificate of full vaccination.Proof that they have been infected with COVID-19 during the last three months.Certificate of a negative rapid antigen test, valid for 7 days, for individuals aged 6-11 years old.Certificate of a negative PCR or rapid antigen test, valid ...
PRESS AND INFORMATION OFFICE
