The government on Friday welcomed MPs approving the bill on protecting people who blow the whistle on corruption after a six-year delay.
Implementation of the law is expected to enhance transparency and address possible corruption cases.
According to a statement by the Presidency: “These are important reforms which will contribute decisively to the fight against corruption and the promotion of transparency and accountability.”
The government said it expects the Parliament to proceed with the adoption of other important bills concerning the reform of the Judiciary and establishing an Independent Authority against Corruption.
MPs finally voted in legislation to protect and encourage potential whistleblowers to come forward in a war on corruption in the public interest.
The bill was approved by 49 votes in favour and one against on Thursday.
Pending since 2016, when tabled by AKEL MP Irene Charalambidou, the legislation provides protection to employees coming forward with information about acts of corruption carried out by their superiors.
Following the passing of the legislation, Charalambidou expressed her satisfaction, noting that protecting whistleblowers is essential in combating corruption.
“Whistleblowers have given make-or-break information in a number of cases.
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