Legislative elections scheduled in Cyprus following campaign silence

The pre-election period for the Cypriot parliamentary elections ended at midnight, initiating a mandatory ban on campaign activities and advertisements. Menelaos Vasiliou, head of the Election Service, reported that crews are currently removing illegal campaign banners, with candidates being held financially responsible for the removal costs. The Chief Returning Officer, Elikkos Ilias, will determine if additional legal penalties or fines are necessary for these violations. Polls open tomorrow from 07:00 to 18:00, with a one-hour break at midday. There are approximately 570,000 eligible voters, including 595 enclaved persons and 859 others. A total of 752 candidates are competing for 56 parliamentary seats, consisting of 743 party-affiliated and 9 independent candidates. Initial results are expected 30 minutes after polls close, while final seat distribution is projected by 21:30. The specific names of the elected representatives are anticipated to be known by 01:30.