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New developments in European state aid for aviation and the impact on Cyprus
The European aviation sector is undergoing significant regulatory scrutiny, particularly concerning state aid provided to airlines and airport operators. Recent decision by the European Commission has brought to light the complexities that EU member states - Read More...
Cyprus implements Fast-Track process for naturalisation of Highly Skilled Professionals
In a long-anticipated move aimed at attracting and retaining highly skilled employees of Companies of Foreign Interests, Cyprus amends the Civil Registry Law 141(I)/2002.
New legislation on remote work
The recent Law on remote work, passed by the Cyprus Parliament on 16/11/2023, regulates the rights and obligations of both employees and employers in the context of telecommuting.
Amendment to the Protection of Wages Law – New Requirements
The Protection of Wages Law of 2007 as amended, stipulates the acceptable means of wage payment and introduces new obligations to employers.
New Directive imposing new obligations for employers to be implemented in Cyprus by June 2026
The EU has recently published the 2023/970/EU Directive (the Directive) to strengthen the principle of equal pay for equal work between men and women through pay transparency and enforcement mechanisms.
Cyprus inaugurates the Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC)
New legislation has been passed in Cyprus, providing for the opportunity for ship-owners to establish a Limited Liability Shipping Company (LLSC).
Prohibition of providing Russian oil by European ships
The EU has approved six packages of sanctions in response to Russia’s unprecedented and unprovoked military offense against Ukraine. The measures are aimed at limiting the Kremlin’s ability to finance the war and cause clear - Read More...
The ‘Ever Given’ Departs, the Legal Battle Continues
The ‘Ever Given’, the containership that blocked the Suez Canal in March 2021, is now finally on its way after being detained for over 3 months. However, legal issues in relation to the incident are - Read More...
Update on the Cyprus/Greece Ferry Link: Larnaca’s case
In December 2020 Cyprus launched an unsuccessful tender for re-establishment of the Cyprus/Greece ferry connection. A new tender on more viable terms is on the cards, which could further address concerns raised by the Larnaca - Read More...
Cyprus strategy for the Shipping sector
The Cyprus Ministry for shipping is preparing a new strategic vision for Cyprus shipping sector that will determine the future of the maritime industry.
Compliance with the New Whistleblower Directive
Whistleblower Directive, adopted in 2019, introduces the minimum standards for a high level protection of persons reporting breaches of Union law.
The transfer of the workplace to work from home during the COVID-19 pandemic
The measures imposed by the government of the Republic of Cyprus for tackling the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic have caused sudden and extensive changes to the day-to-day operation of many businesses. One of the - Read More...
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