Federation of the Construction Industry of Cyprus addresses labor issues

The Federation of the Construction Industry of Cyprus (OSEOK) has issued a statement condemning illegal activities by contractors regarding employee labor conditions. The organization emphasizes that all companies must adhere to the regulatory framework established in cooperation with trade unions and the Ministry of Labor. OSEOK highlights that violations of this framework create unfair competition against law-abiding enterprises. Simultaneously, the Federation reports a significant shortage of qualified labor within the construction industry. This shortage has led many companies to struggle or fail to meet their contractual obligations. While OSEOK acknowledges that the Ministry of Labor has accelerated processes to address these shortages, it notes that the industry's needs are growing faster than the current capacity. The organization explicitly states that these labor deficits do not justify violations of the law or practices that harm worker rights. OSEOK continues to call for permanent and substantive interventions from the state to resolve the systemic labor issues.