Contract soldiers to able to remain in posts until aged 57
Contract soldiers (Syop) in the National Guard will be able to remain in their position until they reach the age of 57, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Tuesday, adding that ...
Deadline extended for military contractor applications in Cyprus
The ministry of defence has announced an extension for applications to become contracted soldiers (Syop) in the National Guard, with the new deadline set for July 4 at 2:00pm.
Applicants must ...
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Defence minister irked over contract soldier ‘malicious’ furore
Press reports ridiculing new positions for contract soldiers to cover specific needs can only cause damage to issues pertaining to state security, Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas said on Monday.
Speaking ...
Contract soldiers receive pay rise
Professional soldiers received a pay rise after cabinet approved a proposal made by Defence Minister Vasilis Palmas on Friday.
They will now be on the public sector A2-A5-A7 ...
National guard recruiting contract soldiers
The national guard is seeking to recruit contract soldiers to fill up its ranks, the defence ministry said on Tuesday.
Applications can be submitted online starting February 3 at 2pm until ...