Sigma Live

Police's First Line of Defense Collapses

Published January 18, 2026, 10:10
Police's First Line of Defense Collapses

The Cyprus Police are facing a crisis due to disagreements regarding the new working hours. The issue is not limited to shift organization, but also concerns understaffing, the effectiveness of the front line, the restructuring of the Force, and the legality of decision-making processes. The dispute has escalated between the leadership and the Ministry of Justice, with the matter being referred to the Parliamentary Legal Committee on January 21st. This moves the discussion from within the Police to the political level, indicating a broader confrontation.