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AKEL Condemns Fydias's Statements on Children with Intellectual Disabilities

Published January 25, 2026, 12:03
AKEL Condemns Fydias's Statements on Children with Intellectual Disabilities

AKEL condemns as unacceptable and offensive the statements made by MEP Fydias Panayiotou regarding children with intellectual disabilities. The party emphasizes that these statements do not constitute a misunderstanding or a momentary slip, but a deeply problematic attitude that does not befit his institutional role. The condemnation from the Cyprus Paralympic Committee highlights the seriousness of the issue. AKEL points out that public discourse that offends people with disabilities, especially children, is unacceptable and requires an immediate apology from Mr. Panayiotou. AKEL considers these statements to be deeply offensive and disparaging to people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The party calls on the MEP to take responsibility for his words and publicly apologize.