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Agriculture Ministry responds to AKEL about Pentakomo waste facility condition

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The Ministry of Agriculture has responded to criticisms from the political party AKEL regarding the Integrated Waste Management Facility in Pentakomo, stating that it inherited a neglected infrastructure. The ministry claims there is a plan and timeline in place to address the issues at the facility, with a new contractor set to be appointed in 2027. It emphasizes that the planning for the facility originated during AKEL's governance and that problems were acknowledged upon taking over. Additionally, the ministry asserts that it is not focused on making statements for public impression but rather on actual implementation. A criminal investigation related to the facility is currently ongoing.

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The Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment has issued a response to the criticism from the AKEL party regarding the waste management facility at Pentakomo. The government asserts that it inherited a severely neglected facility with significant issues, emphasizing that the planning for the waste management unit occurred during AKEL's administration. Furthermore, the Ministry indicated that a criminal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the facility is currently underway.

In its statement, the Ministry clarified that there is an ongoing plan and timeline for the Pentakomo project, which includes appointing a new contractor in 2027. They criticized AKEL for its approach, stating that the current government does not rely on slogans or superficial impressions. The Ministry is adamant that it is working to rectify the situation while holding previous administrations accountable for the initial conditions of the facility.

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The Ministry of Agriculture announces a plan and timeline for Pentakomo's facility, with a new contractor in 2027.

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