New Regulation for Telephone Surveillance in Cyprus
March 21, 2026
The Legal Committee of the Parliament has found a solution regarding telephone surveillance, but it is not certain yet. The Attorney General has been removed from the equation, and proposals have been made for requests to be monitored by former judges. The new regulation stipulates that the head of the CIA will inform a Tripartite Committee before proceeding with surveillance. However, objections from AKEL and other deputies remain, leading to uncertainty about the bill's vote. Further sessions will take place for final amendments.