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AKEL: Carelessness and Government Responsibility for Tax Reform – Bureaucracy Instead of Simplification

Published January 28, 2026, 07:02
AKEL: Carelessness and Government Responsibility for Tax Reform – Bureaucracy Instead of Simplification

AKEL is criticizing the government for the carelessness and responsibility in the implementation of the tax reform, arguing that instead of simplification, it has led to bureaucracy and difficulties for workers and businesses. AKEL points out that significant gaps, omissions, and ambiguities have already been identified less than a month after the reform was implemented. It specifically mentions problems with the handling of children, the non-inclusion of certain mortgage loans eligible for deductions, and ambiguous provisions in new articles of legislation. AKEL accuses the government of ignoring its warnings and proposals during the public consultation, proceeding with a hasty approval of the reform. AKEL emphasizes that a modern tax reform should strengthen tax fairness and simplify procedures. It expresses its willingness to contribute to solving the problems and simplifying the process for taxpayers, while calling on the government to take responsibility and make immediate corrective measures.