On July 23 and 24, 2026, the Cyprus Union of Pensioners (EKYSY) issued an urgent appeal to the government for immediate measures to protect the elderly population amid a prolonged and severe heatwave. The organization highlighted the elevated risks of heatstroke and health complications, urging seniors to avoid exposure to the sun and stay in air-conditioned spaces during peak hours.

Key demands include an electricity subsidy for the summer months to ensure elderly residents can afford to use air conditioning without financial strain. Furthermore, EKYSY has called upon the Deputy Ministry of Social Welfare to intensify inspections of elderly care homes and requested that municipalities and community councils open air-conditioned public facilities for vulnerable citizens. The union emphasized that safeguarding the health and dignity of older individuals is a collective responsibility requiring rapid state intervention. There is no official government response or specific implementation date reported yet, but the appeal underscores the growing pressure on authorities to provide a safety net for vulnerable groups during extreme weather events.