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Parliamentary election ballot printing begins in Cyprus

The printing of ballots for the upcoming parliamentary elections in Cyprus, scheduled for May 24, 2026, has commenced at the Government Printing Office. A record number of 753 candidates filed nominations, resulting in the historic necessity for double-sided ballots to accommodate all 19 political formations. Only one objection regarding a candidate in Limassol was submitted, which was promptly investigated and dismissed by the authorities. The total number of ballots to be printed is based on 568,587 registered voters, with an additional buffer of 5% to 8% for potential replacements. Government officials, including Chief Returning Officer Elikkos Ilias, inspected the printing process on May 8. Approximately 1,200 polling stations will operate, and presiding officers are scheduled to be notified by Monday. Salaries for the poll workers are set at 617 euros for presiding officers and 316 euros for assistants.

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