A sweeping framework of reforms: July '21-February '23
In 20 months we proceeded with a series of sweeping reforms in almost all levels and responsibilities of our Ministry.
We now present a rich legislative record in addition to the 80 bills we introduced in the House of Representatives, with 46 of them passed. A work complemented by 146 policies and actions approved by the Council of Ministers and translated into action.
At the forefront of our efforts is the reform of the justice system. Through bills, projects and actions, we are substantially changing the face of Cyprus' justice system.
Today we are facing a new challenge. The implementation of what was designed to ensure that the benefits reach the citizen. The responsibility now lies with the Supreme Court and the new Government.
Human rights and equality are high on our priorities. We believe in equality, freedom and the protection of the rights of all our citizens without exception. That is why we have moved forward with bills and actions that have strengthened the security armour for women, children, families, LGBTI people and every person in our society.
At the same time, we underline the significant contribution of our Ministry to the disbursement of the first tranche of the Recovery and Resilience Fund, as we achieved four milestones within the timeframe, including the important anti-corruption legislative framework. However, we must record that we have already passed four milestones which are in subsequent phases of the project.
With the same reform approach we have acted with regard to the departments of our Ministry and in addition to the policies and actions we have implemented, we have focused in particular on.
In the Fire Department, we completed the autonomy of the force which has made it more efficient and flexible.
In the Prisons Department, we improved the recidivism rates of prisoners and their smooth reintegration into society.
In all three departments, important development projects were carried out and human resources were strengthened. Details of which can be found in detail in the Minister's presentation.
Finally, at the State Archives, we proceeded with the relocation of the Archives to a temporary space pending the construction of the Unified Archives and at the same time provided researchers with the opportunity to take photographs free of charge.
Concluding her presentation, the Minister expressed her heartfelt thanks to the colleagues and officials of the Ministry for their constructive cooperation.
And she stated that: "I would like to end by saying that through my brief experience in the ministerial office, I have come to the conclusion that to bring results, preparation and good knowledge of the issues is required.
A solution can always be found as long as there is a willingness to synthesize, congruence and consensus and patience. But without straying from the goal."
For the Minister's speech, click here.
For the Minister's presentation, click εδώ.
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