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Damianou Criticizes Government and Police Leadership Over Organized Crime

Published January 22, 2026, 10:06
Damianou Criticizes Government and Police Leadership Over Organized Crime

AKEL MP Aristos Damianou accused the Christodoulides government of ungovernability, questioning who is making the political decisions. He expressed opposition to the changes in police salaries, pointing out the differing views among parties and the lack of a clear position from the Minister of Justice. Mr. Damianou emphasized that organized crime is operating unchecked and that the police are not taking it seriously, calling on the authorities to take action. He also criticized the Police Chief's unilateral decision to reduce working hours and days off for police officers, calling for dialogue and a reversal of the decision.