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Parliamentary Committee to decide on landfill tax by August 31

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The Environmental Committee is set to decide by August 31 on a proposed additional tax for municipalities concerning waste sent for landfilling.
The announcement was made by DISY MP Andreas Konstantinou on July 8, 2026.
Konstantinou noted that local authorities have not yet implemented necessary measures for waste processing.
He mentioned ongoing challenges related to the processing of organic waste and the efficiency of recycling facilities.
This decision highlights ongoing efforts to address waste management issues in the region.

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The Environment Committee of the Cypriot Parliament is set to make a decision by August 31 on whether to impose an additional tax on local authorities concerning waste that is sent for sanitary landfill disposal. This announcement was made by DISY MP Andreas Konstantinou on July 8, 2026.

Konstantinou highlighted ongoing issues faced by local authorities, stating they have not yet implemented necessary measures for waste management. He pointed out significant shortcomings in the processing of organic waste and the effectiveness of recycling units, which contribute to the challenges of waste disposal in the region. The proposed taxation could aim to incentivize better waste management practices among local governments.

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