Criticism of the Institutional Issues in the Cypriot Legal Service
July 4, 2025
Political parties criticize significant shortcomings in the Republic of Cyprus following the ECtHR ruling on a political rape case. The Attorney General and the Assistant Attorney General are heavily criticized for the lack of public trust in the legal service. The Commissioner for Gender Equality highlights that court decisions reveal gender stereotypes affecting the justice system in Cyprus. There is a call for self-reflection and political accountability from those responsible.