EU approval for aid to citrus producers
The EU Commission has approved Cyprus’ proposal to support citrus producers with €500,000 in state aid following the consequences of the war in Ukraine. Aid will...
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Stay of execution for Theatro Ena after funding increase
Theatro Ena will stay open for another six months thanks to the intervention of deputy culture minister Yiannis Toumazis, its creative director said on Tuesday....
State aid for pig industry
Local pork industry workers received a total grant of over €33,000 for private storage of the meat amidst a drop in exports this year due...
Many businesses were wrongly paid Covid funds, says audit office
A “large number” of businesses and self-employed people received state aid without meeting the necessary criteria during the coronavirus pandemic while potential beneficiaries were rejected,...
State aid to Turkish Cypriots increases
State aid to Turkish Cypriots increased by €1.4 million in 2021 to reach €40.4m for that year, Finance Minister Constantinos Petrides informed cabinet on Wednesday....
Coronavirus: EU approves €5.7m for farmers affected by pandemic
The European Commission on Tuesday approved a scheme worth €5.7 million to support farmers working in the livestock sector affected by the coronavirus pandemic and...
New law changes way parties get state aid
The House on Thursday passed a law changing the way in which political parties receive state aid. The legislative proposal – sponsored by Disy, Akel,...
Parties squabble over election state aid
Having received €7m in state aid for 2021 in February, political parties are now squabbling over whether it should be redistributed to reflect the results...
Coronavirus: Leisure centre owners demand further support
Owners of leisure centres warned on Saturday they would take drastic measures unless the government provides the necessary support to offset their huge losses caused...
State aid programme for mountain communities extended
A state subsidy for mountain communities will continue for another three years, the Council of Ministers decided on Wednesday. The grant is given to residents...
