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27-12-2021 12:42
Illumination of Larnaka Castle
The Department of Antiquities, Ministry of Transport, Communications and Works, announces that due to serious technical problems, the lighting of Larnaka Castle is out of order. Efforts are being made by those involved in the project (Department of Electromechanical Services, Project Manager, Contractor) to resolve the problems as soon as possible, while in cooperation with the Municipality of Larnaka, temporary lighting will be implemented along the sidewalk, east of the Castle to ensure saf...
27-12-2021 12:30
Imports, Sales and Stocks of Petroleum Products: November 2021
Annual change in sales +24,9% In November 2021, the total sales of petroleum products amounted to 115.658 tonnes, recording a rise of 24,9% compared to November 2020. An increase was observed in the provisions of aviation kerosene (284,6%) and marine gasoil (38,4%), as well as in the sales of light fuel oil (97,6%), asphalt (29,5%), motor gasoline (13,3%), heavy fuel oil (5,3%) and road diesel (3,1%). On the contrary, a decrease was recorded in the sales of heating gasoil (-24,1%) and kerose...
26-12-2021 19:12
Rapid antigen testing units – 27 December 2021
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:1. Certificate of full vaccination.2. Proof that they have been infected with COVID-19 during the last six months.3. Certificate of a negative rapid antigen test, valid for 7 days, for individuals aged 6-11 years old.4. Certificate of a negative PCR or rapid...
23-12-2021 18:51
Remarks by the Minister of Justice and Public Order, Ms Stephie Dracos, during the donation of the masks that were purchased by the Embassy of the United States with the donations collected during the 20th anniversary of the 9/11 terrorist attacks comme
I am happy to be here today, following our presence in the event that took place last September, when we had the opportunity to honour the memory of the lost ones during the 9/11 attack and at the same time acknowledge the efforts of the first responders who do the utmost to secure people’s lives and properties.That event was inarguably a success and I would like once more to congratulate the American Embassy for conceiving the idea but also for their flawless organization. The voluntary don...
23-12-2021 18:23
Survey Results on Information and Communication Technologies Usage in Households and by Individuals 2021
Use of Internet In 2021, Internet access in households reached 93,4% compared to 92,8% in 2020. 80,0% of households have access to a personal computer (desktop, laptop/netbook or tablet) and a computer is found in almost all (95,4%) households with dependent children. In households with no dependent children that percentage drops to 74,2%. (Table 1)Regarding the frequency of Internet use, nine out of ten individuals use the Internet at least once a week. The Internet use decreases with ag...
23-12-2021 13:08
Rapid antigen testing units – 26 December 2021
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 six 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 fo...
23-12-2021 12:58
Rapid antigen testing units – 24 December 2021
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 six 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 fo...
23-12-2021 12:05
Photo Album - The President of the Republic visits the National Guard Outpost “Aronas”.
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, visits the National Guard Outpost “Aronas”, in Lefkosia.
23-12-2021 10:51
Photo Album - The President of the Republic listens to Christmas carols by philharmonic orchestras
The President of the Republic, Mr Nicos Anastasiades, listens to Christmas carols by the philharmonic orchestras of the Cyprus Police Force, the Hellenic Force in Cyprus (ELDYK) and the National Guard, at the Presidential Palace.
23-12-2021 09:15
*Revised* Announcement by the Ministry of Health for passengers entering the Republic of Cyprus from the United Kingdom as of 18 December
Due to the rapid increase of cases with the Omicron variant from the United Kingdom, all passengers entering the Republic of Cyprus from United Kingdom older than twelve years old, regardless of vaccination status or recovery from COVID-19 infection, are required to follow the instructions below:They are required to self isolate in their place of accommodation until they receive the results of their PCR test. In case of a positive result they have to strictly remain in self-isolation and aw...
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