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Paphos Landfill Deemed a 'Ticking Time Bomb' for Public Health

Published May 3, 2023, 13:12
Paphos Landfill Deemed a 'Ticking Time Bomb' for Public Health

The Parliamentary Committee on the Environment examined the issue of the Paphos Waste Management Facility (Landfill), describing it as a 'ticking time bomb' for public health and safety. The discussion was prompted by a report from MP Chrysanthos Savvides of DIKO. Environmental Commissioner Maria Panagiotou expressed her disappointment with the conditions prevailing at the landfill, while Committee President Charalambos Theopemptou highlighted violations of legislation and the lack of permits. In addition, he referred to the inadequate waste management and pollution of the area. The Committee will revisit the issue in September, requesting the Minister of Agriculture to present the measures taken.