Political candidates in Cyprus outline local development and education plans

Various political candidates in Cyprus are presenting their platforms ahead of upcoming local elections, focusing on education, urban development, and social services.

In Famagusta, Republican Turkish Party (CTP) candidate Süleyman Uluçay highlighted the municipality’s 59 million TL contribution to local schools over four years. His proposed projects include adding classrooms to Namık Kemal High School and constructing playgrounds for several schools.

In Lefke, CTP candidate Aziz Kaya emphasized the need for cooperation between local and central governments to address teacher shortages in special education and improve school facilities. Similarly, in Güzelyurt, CTP candidate Reşat Kansoy, supported by party leader Sıla Usar İncirli, proposed expanding health and education services through new nurseries and care homes.

In Tatlısu, National Unity Party (UBP) candidate Muharrem Özdemir is campaigning on a platform of social municipalism, promising to improve staff rights and develop infrastructure such as senior living centers and digital networks. He noted a strong local demand for change after 24 years of the same administration.