In the last few years Cyprus has experienced cases of
environmental damages. These have highlighted the importance of the
question: when can persons pursue legal protection for
environmental issues? A study of the Cyprus constitution reveals a
lack of a specific relevant provision. Elena Riga, Senior Associate
and Ioannis Sidiropoulos, Associate of our firm, have published an
article in the Insider magazine of the Fileleftheros newspaper
providing an analysis on this problem which affects the interests
of many people in our country.
The constitution of Cyprus includes provisions guaranteeing the
rights of life, which are closely connected with the quality of the
natural and cultural environment. Moreover, several specific laws
include actions and obligations of citizens and, mostly, of Public
institutions, intended to protect the environment. A very important
notion in this issue is the one of legitimate interest. In general,
a person has a right for legal action,
