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Public Holiday Today for the Funeral of Former President George Vassiliou

Published January 17, 2026, 10:30
Public Holiday Today for the Funeral of Former President George Vassiliou

Today has been declared a public holiday across Cyprus due to the funeral of former President George Vassiliou, which will be held with honors as an active head of state and at public expense. Despite the holiday, the private sector, including supermarkets and retail stores, will operate as usual, following the legislation applicable to Saturdays and Sundays. Employees will work as on a regular Saturday, without any significant changes. The decision for the public holiday was made by the Council of Ministers at an emergency meeting.