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...
state aid
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...
€12m in state funds to rejuvenate green line areas
Close to €12 million in state aid will be given to the Nicosia and Ayios Dhometios municipalities as part of a four-year Green Line rejuvenation...
Coronavirus: Aid for businesses and workers extended until at least June 12
State support for businesses and employees has been extended until June 12 and if necessary for a further four months beyond that, the government announced...
Government considering state guarantees to banks worth €2 billion (Updated)
Amid growing calls for an internal lockdown to contain coronavirus contagion, the government was on Monday said to be preparing a revised stimulus and relief...
Ministry pressing ahead with plans for Greek ferry service
The deputy ministry of shipping is working ‘intensely’ on a proposal to submit to the European Commission for the establishment of a ferry service to...
Estia green light from Brussels, not considered ‘state aid’
The European Commission on Monday approved, under EU state aid rules, Cyprus’ controversial Estia scheme to support private households and small businesses that have...
