Government promises ‘punitive’ charges for overconsumption of water.

Cyprus is facing a water shortage, prompting the government to introduce increased water bill charges for high-volume consumers. These "punitive" fees, potentially doubling the current maximum to €10 per cubic meter for usage exceeding 60 cubic meters per day, are currently under legal review. The island's reservoirs are at 13.3% capacity, significantly lower than previous years, raising concerns about potential water cuts. The government aims to avoid these cuts despite projections of a 10% water deficit this summer. Uniform rates will be applied across all districts after final approval.