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Police Union Responds Harshly to Justice Minister's 'Consequences' Warning

Published January 3, 2026, 10:16
Police Union Responds Harshly to Justice Minister's 'Consequences' Warning

The Pan-Cypriot Police Association (ISOTITA) has responded strongly to Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris regarding his statements about the consequences for police officers who do not comply with the new changes to schedules. ISOTITA accuses the Minister of dangerous legal oversimplification, equating discipline with blind obedience and overlooking the constitutional obligations of police officers. The union emphasizes that the role of a trade unionist is to control power, not to submit to it, and declares that it will not be silenced. The President of ISOTITA, Nikos Loizidis, had warned of legal action and surprising measures, potentially including protests during Cyprus's EU Presidency. ISOTITA conveys its willingness to cooperate, but not to submit to ultimatums or accept guardianship.