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Ministry of Justice: Police Promotions Were Made According to Law – Change Coming for More Objective Criteria

Published March 19, 2026, 20:16
Ministry of Justice: Police Promotions Were Made According to Law – Change Coming for More Objective Criteria

The Ministry of Justice announced that the recent promotions within the Cyprus Police were carried out legally, in accordance with the Police Law and existing regulations. The announcement was issued in response to related publications. The Ministry acknowledges the need to amend the law to introduce more objective criteria in the evaluation and promotion processes, aiming to strengthen meritocracy, equality, and transparency. The amendment of the law is deemed necessary after 22 years of applying the existing framework, during which weaknesses and needs for improvement were identified. The targeted study currently underway will contribute to the modernization of procedures and ensure fairness and transparency. The government is committed to the continuous improvement of the operation of the Cyprus Police and strengthening public trust in the force. The introduction of objective criteria in promotions is an important step in this direction.