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2 September 2025 - From golden passports to golden inequality

It seems to increase wealth accumulation by 16% in two decades, not much was needed. Many super-privileges to attract capital - sometimes under-the-table, cutting labour rights, three successive governments, four political parties and a scandalous passport program.

28 August 2025 - The Vasilikos Fiasco, a Shame for Democracy and Energy Management

The LNG terminal scandal at Vasilikos is not merely a failure—it is proof of a coordinated state of corruption, lack of transparency, mismanagement, and outright political incompetence. It marks the culmination of a decade of “bizarre” energy-related decisions that cost hundreds of millions, delayed the country’s energy future, and trapped the state in dead-end choices.

22 August 2025 - Zero VAT on School Supplies

As the new school year approaches, thousands of parents are faced with the high cost of school supplies. According to research by the Cyprus Consumers Association, the “Student’s Basket” shows price increases and significant differences in prices. Notably, in stationery items, increases of up to 38% have been observed, while the total cost for a family with two children can exceed €300–400 just for basic items.

7 August 2025 - Crisis management or image management?

The recent deadly fires leave a crucial question for every citizen: What went wrong with the management of the crisis and who can guarantee that it will not happen again? Unfortunately, neither the debate in Parliament, nor the decision of the President of the Republic to call in an American team (ATF) reassures citizens.

4 August 2025 - The lack of a solution fuels injustice, insecurity and division.

The illegal detention of Greek Cypriots in the occupied territories is an unacceptable provocation that demands a serious and targeted response.

July 26, 2025 - Citizens Deserve Answers

Two of our fellow human beings have been lost. We once again express our sincere condolences to their families and loved ones. The loss of lives due to State failure is the primary and most serious issue—they were not a “collateral loss” or an “unfortunate incident.” We thank all the volunteers, individuals, firefighters, and organized groups who have shown that love for Cyprus does not allow for divisions.

16 July 2025 - Another Oil Spill in the Sea of Limassol

For the second time this year—and many times overall—our seas have suffered the consequences of mismanagement of local infrastructure and the indifference of responsible authorities. A serious oil spill occurred at Pentakomo beach yesterday, with swimmers emerging disgusted from the water and demanding answers.

15 July 1974

Fifty-one years after the coup, our position is clear: We condemn the betrayal, invasion, occupation and crimes of both communities.

10 July 2025 - Alexandra Attalidou's Law Proposal for Zero VAT on Essential Goods

Volt MP Alexandra Attalidou is submitting a proposal to amend the Value Added Tax Law, with the aim of including essential goods in the list of goods subject to a zero VAT rate.

10 July 2025 - The right to demonstrate is not a privilege, it is a foundation of Democracy

Volt, in view of the vote next Thursday in the Plenary of the House of Representatives, underlines once again its categorical opposition to the bill for the regulation of public gatherings, due to the authoritarian provisions that violate the Constitution and the international commitments of the Republic of Cyprus.

9 July 2025 - Red card for the photovoltaic park in Lythrodontas – Kataliontas – Mathiatis. Vindication for the communities and the natural environment

Volt welcomes the decision of the Environmental Authority for a negative opinion on the construction of a photovoltaic park, with a total capacity of 180MW, in the communities of Kataliontas, Lythrodontas and Mathiatis. From the very beginning, we visited the area, listened to the concerns of the residents and stood by them, demanding the cancellation of the project.

7 July 2025 - Understaffing means no protection

The Volt Human Rights Committee expresses its deep concern about the serious understaffing of the Office of the Commissioner for the Protection of Children’s Rights. According to an official announcement, the Office currently operates with just three Officers, of whom only one can handle the numerous daily complaints about possible violations of children’s rights.

4 July 2025 - If the ECHR labels you sexist, will you resign?

The recent (03.07.2025) decision of the European Court of Human Rights against the Republic of Cyprus in the case N.T. v. Cyprus highlights two very serious problems in the justice system in our country.

3 July 2025 - Volt supports the separation of powers of the Attorney General

Volt, as a matter of principle, welcomes and will support the bill submitted for the separation of powers of the Attorney General. We believe that it is paradoxical in a modern state for the same person to be both the legal advisor to the government and responsible for criminal prosecutions. The first role requires close consultation with the respective executive branch, whilst the second requires complete independence.

30 June 2025 - The coasts belong to the citizens

The recent approval of the environmental study for the “Aqua Residences” project in Larnaca, which allows for the “reclamation” of eroded land, constitutes a dangerous precedent for the coasts of Cyprus. This is a decision that threatens free public access to beaches and the ecological balance. In addition to the “reclamation”, serious questions arise regarding the ownership status of the land that will be reclaimed, as well as whether citizens will have free access.

26 June 2025 - Volt Calls for Review of the Public Assemblies Bill

Volt expresses its concern about the bill being proposed under the title “The Public Assemblies and Parades Law of 2025”. The proposed framework not only undermines the constitutionally and internationally guaranteed freedom of peaceful assembly, but also introduces provisions that raise serious issues of proportionality, legal certainty and the protection of fundamental rights.

25 June 2025 - Volt Demands Tax Equality

A report published today in “Phileleftheros” reveals that during the period 2021–2023, a total of 25,277 employees who relocated to Cyprus received tax exemptions amounting to €406.6 million. These figures confirm that the current system of tax incentives exacerbates inequality, creates a two-tier workforce, and selectively shifts the burden of public revenue onto low-income earners.

22 June 2025 - War in the Middle East

The developments in the Middle East are causing concern and anxiety. The recent US attack on Iran escalates an already fragile situation and brings closer the risk of a wider conflict, with an incalculable cost in human lives.

19 June 2025 - Subsidized Homes Worth Millions

The response from the Ministry of Finance to a question posed by Volt MP Alexandra Attalidou caused immense disappointment, to no ones surprise. Unfortunately, it confirms our worst fears about our government's social policy, which has become a hostage to deep economic interests and other political stakeholders, rather than genuinly benefiting the average citizen.

11 June 2025 - Harassment of press officers unacceptable

Volt condemns the sudden summoning of journalists to the TAE Headquarters, for broadcasts that hosted statements by the former Auditor General, Odysseas Michaelides. While we recognise and note the responsibility that comes with public speech, the event reveals once again the dangerous turn towards authoritarianism on the part of the Ministry of Justice and the Police.

5 June 2025 - Volt defends democracy and freedom of expression as a cornerstone of society

Volt condemns the withdrawal of the publication by the Cypriot participation in the Architecture Biennale, following the intervention of MP Pavlos Mylonas and the acceptance of this unacceptable pressure by the Deputy Minister of Culture, Vasiliki Kassianidou.