Nurses shortage prompts proposal to hire non-EU nationals (opens original article in a new tab)

Cyprus's health minister proposes hiring non-EU nurses to address a 600-staff shortage, with strict conditions including language requirements and limited roles.

• Cyprus faces a shortage of 600 nursing staff in state hospitals
• The health minister proposes hiring non-EU nurses under strict conditions
• Non-EU nurses would have two-year work permits and not be assigned as shift supervisors