Delays and Increased Costs for the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Makarios Hospital
October 3, 2025
The new Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Makarios Hospital is significantly delayed, and its costs have risen from €4 million to at least €6 million. The delay was caused by the contractor's inability to complete the project and the need for additional safety measures from the Fire Department. The Health Organization plans to issue a new tender, aiming to complete the unit by September 2027. However, officials in Parliament expressed concerns that these delays will negatively impact healthcare for newborns and their families.