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Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Stefanos Launches Harsh Attack on Ministry – “Negligence and Unanswered Questions”

Published February 25, 2026, 12:03
Foot-and-Mouth Disease: Stefanos Launches Harsh Attack on Ministry – “Negligence and Unanswered Questions”

AKEL General Secretary Stefanos Stefanos, after a meeting with farmers in Larnaca, accused the Ministry of Agriculture and the Veterinary Services of negligence in managing the foot-and-mouth disease crisis. Farmers believe they have not received adequate answers to their questions and are calling for direct contact with those responsible for coordinated cooperation. Mr. Stefanos emphasized the need to take measures to limit the spread of the disease and support those affected, including compensation at real prices and facilitating loan servicing. AKEL pledges to continue contacts with the relevant services and to revisit the area next week.