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Parliamentary Refugee Committee Raises Concerns Over Turkish Cypriot Property Bill

Published April 9, 2024, 15:17
Parliamentary Refugee Committee Raises Concerns Over Turkish Cypriot Property Bill

The Parliamentary Refugee Committee discussed a bill to streamline the management of Turkish Cypriot properties, expressing reservations about potential political implications and inheritance issues. The Audit Office warned that the new legislation could lead to the transfer of properties to non-refugees and create conditions for “black market” transactions. Furthermore, the issue of public consultation was raised, with some claiming it had not taken place, while the need for a comprehensive vision for the utilization of the properties was emphasized. The committee requested clarifications from the Legal Service regarding the political implications of the term “inheritance” in relation to Turkish Cypriot properties.