Minister of Interior Mr.Constantinos Ioannou met with the President and members of the Executive Committee of the Union of Cyprus Communities (UCC), in a first formal meeting.
The President of the Union of Communities Mr. Andreas Kitromilides, after thanking the Minister of Interior for his prompt response in arranging the meeting, wished him, on behalf of everyone, a good start in his new duties, saying that he looks forward to a constructive cooperation.
Mr. Kitromilides raised with the Minister the most important issues that concern the CySEC, as well as issues related to the implementation of the Local Government Reform.
Mr. Kitromilides raised with the Minister the most important issues that concern the CySEC, as well as issues related to the implementation of the Local Government Reform.
Mr. Kitromilides raised with the Minister the most important issues that concern the CySEC, as well as issues related to the implementation of the Local Government Reform.
The Minister of Interior, for his part, assured that he will stand by the Communities and that the aim is to take decisions for the benefit of the countryside and its inhabitants.
He also expressed his appreciation for the excellent work carried out by CySEC, through the promotion of suggestions and proposals aimed at improving the quality of life of rural residents.
Referring to the reform of local government, and in particular to the points made by the CySEC, the Minister assured the Union's representatives that the Ministry's intention, once the new bills are implemented, is to evaluate them in the context of the second stage of the reform that will follow with the creation of rural municipalities. The Minister added that the aim is that if problems are identified, there will be relevant amendments, if necessary.
Mr Ioannou concluded by saying that in the next period of time he aims to hold regional meetings in all provinces, to see "in person" and discuss on the spot, with the representatives of the Local Authorities, the problems they face.
During the meeting, both sides expressed their willingness for continuous interaction and cooperation between the Ministry and the HCC in order to achieve common goals for the progress, development and prosperity of rural communities.
(EFYs)
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