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Human rights complaints rise to 4,655 in 2024, commissioner requests more resources

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Human rights commissioner Maria Stylianou-Lottides reported receiving 4,655 complaints about human rights violations in 2024.
The annual report was presented to President Nikos Christodoulides on July 6, 2026.
Stylianou-Lottides requested additional staffing to manage the volume of complaints and new responsibilities within her office.
The report emphasizes the increasing role of the commissioner in safeguarding human rights.
Complaints and investigations were a central topic during the meeting between the commissioner and the president.

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In 2024, the Office of the Human Rights Commissioner in Cyprus received a total of 4,655 complaints related to human rights violations, according to the annual report presented by Commissioner Maria Stylianou-Lottides to President Nikos Christodoulides. This figure reflects a significant volume of concerns and underscores the demand for increased attention to human rights issues within the jurisdiction.

During the report presentation, Stylianou-Lottides highlighted the growing responsibilities of her office, which have expanded to enhance its role in protecting human rights. In light of the increasing workload and the new competencies assigned to her office, she called for additional staffing to effectively manage the volume of cases and to ensure that the institution can meet its obligations. The request for increased resources is seen as essential to address the high number of cases and to continue advocating for the rights of individuals in Cyprus.

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