In other news, as of yesterday, only people who received at least one dose of the Covid-19 vaccine will be permitted entry areas such as cafes and bars, as well as social events such as weddings and baptisms. They also have to have a negative test.

Elsewhere, the government sought to defend its handling of the migration crisis after MPs criticised the living conditions at the Pournara reception centre.

All this and more in the Cyprus Beat briefing brought to you by the Cyprus Mail.