POLITICS
‘Government’ Withdraws Decree Cutting Cost-of-Living Allowance in North
Move follows days of strike action by Turkish Cypriot trade unions demanding the withdrawal of the measure.
COLA
Cyprus Divided
Turkish Cypriot Unions Escalate CoLA Dispute With Strikes and Legal Action
More than 30 unions challenge decree freezing cost-of-living allowance as political tensions intensify
Cyprus Divided
Controversial CoLA Freeze Enters into Force Via Decree in North
Turkish Cypriot opposition party says no choice but early election after ruling coalition adopts CoLA freeze despite mass protests.
Cyprus Divided
T/C Unions Pledge to Continue Struggle Until Ruling Coalition Falls If CoLA Is Cut
After 10,000‑strong protests, unions in the north suspend strikes for now but insist the fight over Cost of Living Allowance (CoLA) cuts will continue if the ruling coalition backtracks.
ECONOMY
Union and Employer Demands on Minimum Wage: The Figures Under Discussion
Social partners prepare to submit their positions on the revision of the National Minimum Wage, with unions calling for sizeable increases and employers warning of risks to business survival.
