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Parliament Rejects Landfill Tax, Causing Discontent in Ministry of Agriculture

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The Cypriot Parliament has rejected a bill that aimed to introduce a waste disposal tax. The Ministry of Agriculture expressed dissatisfaction with this decision, stating it could lead to the loss of €23 million in European funding. The debate included concerns raised by the opposition party AKEL and trade unions about the potential doubling of waste fees. The proposed regulations included a charge of €10 per ton of municipal waste.

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The Cypriot Parliament recently rejected a proposed landfill tax aimed at municipal waste. This decision came after a significant discussion about the amendment related to the tax, which had been intended to introduce a fee of €10 per ton of waste. The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development, and Environment expressed disappointment over the outcome, arguing that it would lead to a loss of €23 million in European funding meant to support waste management reforms.

Opposition emerged in Parliament, particularly from the AKEL party and various trade unions, who voiced strong objections to the new waste fee. They highlighted concerns that the proposed regulations could potentially double existing fees for waste disposal, significantly impacting citizens and businesses. As the debate continues, the Ministry has indicated that the rejection of the landfill tax and associated regulations complicates the government’s ability to implement effective waste management measures.

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