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Animal Party Questions Delays in Stray Cat Sterilization Program

Published February 15, 2026, 09:18
Animal Party Questions Delays in Stray Cat Sterilization Program

The Animal Party of Cyprus denounces delays in the implementation of the government's stray cat sterilization program, despite an increase in the budget from €100,000 to €300,000. The party requests immediate information from the Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development regarding the progress of the program, as well as other announcements concerning animal welfare, such as the creation of a Regional Temporary Dog Shelter in Palaimetochos. The Animal Party of Cyprus states that it is receiving an increasing number of complaints from animal welfare organizations and volunteers, who express concern about the uncontrolled reproduction of stray cats and the worsening problem of overpopulation. The party raises questions about responsibility for the delay and requests a clear timeline of actions.