Cyprus Parliament President restricts social media filming and drink consumption

On July 31, 2026, the President of the House of Representatives of Cyprus, Annita Demetriou, issued a formal letter to all parliamentary members aimed at curbing behaviors deemed inconsistent with the dignity of the institution. Specifically, the directive prohibits the recording of videos for social media within the plenary chamber and public parliamentary spaces when such content is unrelated to legislative duties.

The intervention follows a discussion during a meeting of party leaders and representatives, where concerns were raised regarding conduct that undermines the stature of the legislature. Demetriou explicitly noted that such social media posts provoke unnecessary and derogatory public commentary. Additionally, the directive reinforces existing regulations prohibiting the consumption of drinks in the plenary hall and stresses that legislative chambers must not be used for purposes other than their official functions, effectively banning unauthorized filming within these areas.