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Work-Related Fatalities in Cyprus Highlight Safety Concerns

ByFamagusta Gazette

May 4, 2025

FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – Cyprus recorded 51 fatal workplace accidents between 2017 and 2022, according to data released by the European Statistical Institute.

The number of fatalities fluctuated over the years, with 2 in 2017, 9 in 2018, 10 in 2019, 16 in 2020, 5 in 2021, and 9 in 2022.

While overall workplace accidents decreased significantly—from 2,070 in 2017 to 1,335 in 2022—the fatality rate remained concerning.

 

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