European Commission throws weight behind Cyprus’ 2026 Schengen bid
€620 million EU package unveiled in Nicosia to turbo-charge migrant return programmes
Strong winds divert Ryanair flight from Paphos to Larnaca, highlighting winter weather risk
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Cyprus parliament grants one-year ‘special permit’ to keep unlicensed hotels open
Cyprus’ legislature has approved a ‘special operating permit’ that lets hundreds of otherwise unlicensed hotels continue trading until at least November 2026. The move safeguards accommodation capacity for business and leisure travellers but shifts responsibility onto operators to complete safety upgrades within the extended window.
Paphos puts emergency crews on standby as extreme weather threatens transport links
Paphos district authorities activated standby teams on 22 January as severe storms approached, warning residents and travellers to minimise road use. The preparedness measures aim to keep key transport corridors and Paphos Airport operational, but companies should review contingency plans as the weather front could persist for several days.