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17 July
Three auditor reports highlight significant gaps in student safety measures in schools.
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A recent report from the Cyprus Auditor-General has raised alarming concerns regarding safety measures in public schools, highlighting significant deficiencies in fire protection and electrical safety. The special report, released on July 16, emphasizes a considerable gap between the fire safety standards expected for educational institutions and the reality observed in public schools. Auditor-General Andreas Papaconstantinou criticized the disparity in treatment between state and private school students, suggesting that pupils in state schools are regarded as "second class" citizens when it comes to safety provisions.
The findings of the report indicate that many public schools lack necessary fire certification and proper oversight mechanisms, leading to unsafe conditions for both students and staff. The report not only points to issues in fire safety measures but also identifies crucial shortcomings in electrical safety checks and the monitoring practices of the Ministry of Education. Amidst rising concerns from various stakeholders, the report serves as a call to action to address these safety inadequacies in a timely manner, ensuring a safer educational environment for all students in Cyprus.
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