News

4 February 2025 - We support the upgrading of public universities

Volt supports the creation of English-language university programs, as Public Universities will be able to attract students from different educational systems and compose a multidimensional student population.

28 January 2025 - From “Photovoltaics for all”, we ended up with “cuts for all”

While other countries exceeded 50% of total energy production from Renewable Energy Sources (RES), Cyprus is wasting thousands of kilowatt-hours daily, keeping electricity prices at very high levels.  

27 January 2025 - Golden Passports: The Minimum is Self-Exclusion

Following a recent decision by the Nicosia Criminal Court, the issue of “golden passports” and the handling they receive from the Legal Service has returned to the news.

25 January 2025 - Corruption and mismanagement seem to be affecting the Forestry Department

The initiation of disciplinary proceedings against three employees of the Forestry Department by the Public Service Commission (EDY) in connection with the purchase of services for aerial forest firefighting confirms concerns about possible irregularities.  

23 January 2025 - Does the President serve equality or selective treatment?

Officially, in this country, do the laws apply to everyone or can they be rubber-stamped whenever the President of the Republic decides to distribute favors with taxpayers' money?

23 January 2025- Submission of a bill by Alexandra Attalidou to exempt guarantors from loans sold to credit acquisition companies

The purpose of this bill is to protect the rights of guarantors when the loans they guaranteed are sold by credit institutions to credit acquisition companies.

16 January 2025 - In favor of further opening of checkpoints

Volt fully supports the opening of as many checkpoints as possible in Cyprus. Every new checkpoint that is opened is a hole in the wall of division and a step towards the unity of our island. The policy that opposes the opening of checkpoints is destructive, perpetuates division, contributes to the creation of borders on the island and is in complete contradiction with the recommendations of the United Nations Secretary-General, as well as with the real interests of the Cypriot people.

16 January 2025 - Audit Service Report on the Government Health Services Organization (OKYPY)

The Auditor General's Report on the Government Health Services Organization (OKYPY) for 2022 was discussed today before the Parliamentary Audit Committee.  

15 January 2025 - Volt files complaint over Ministry of Justice's declaration

In recent days, there has been a great deal of uproar over the announcement by the Ministry of Justice and Public Order regarding the new procedure it intends to implement in relation to the payment of fines imposed using the traffic cameras of Conduent Inc.  

12 January 2025 - Tragic negligence or incompetence?

Volt is following with concern the revelations surrounding the murder of a 24-year-old from Pakistan. This incident adds to a series of cases related to inadequacy, incompetence and corruption, seriously damaging the prestige and credibility of the Force in the eyes of public opinion.

Any barriers to comprehensive humanitarian aid delivery in Gaza must be lifted

At the beginning of this month, 118 Palestinians were killed and 760 injured while attempting to access humanitarian aid in the west of Gaza City. The “flour massacre” is unjustifiable and we support the demand from the European Union diplomatic service for an impartial international investigation.

International Day of Women and Girls in STEM

International Day of Women and Girls in STEM

Cyprus of 2024 back in 1984

The previous ones also did political favours, but they kept up the pretence by appointing members of the opposition parties, thus consciously maintaining the balance in the old party and clientelistic system.

Rational Use of Police Forces

The announcement by the new Minister of Justice and Public Order, Marios Hartsiotis, of armed police patrols in city centres, has put Volt on alert.

Support for Yiannis Armeftis for the Mayorship of Limassol

Commencing with our endorsement of Yiannis Armeftis we call on our friends, members, supporters, and every citizen of Limassol to join their voices with ours.

Crime in Kouris

The Audit Ofiice’s investigation into illegal fish farming and unauthorized dining areas assigns responsibilities at various levels, highlighting the lack of transparency and accountability in our state.

Respect for the taxpayer - we say NO to unreasonable benefits.

Legislative proposal by MP Alexandra Attalides that restricts excessive benefits enjoyed by former Presidents of the Parliament and the Republic

Human Rights' Day

Today humanity celebrates the International Human Rights Day.

Announcement on the dispute between the Auditor General and the President of the RoC

With regret, we observe another episode unfold in the ongoing series between the Audit Office and the President of the Republic, reinforcing once again the inadequacy of politics and public life.

Children's Day 2023

World Children's Day 2023 serves as a reminder to all states and organizations that no society has a future unless it ensures that every child has the opportunity to learn, develop, and thrive in a safe and supportive environment.

Environmental Crime in Akamas

Volt Cyprus condemns the environmental crime committed with the government’s tolerance and complicity, while knowing very well that the legislation on Natura 2000 is above any national law or decision.