The government has announced a comprehensive €9.5 million support package aimed at easing the financial burden on families as pupils return to school.
President Christodoulides introduced the measures, dubbed “At the Start of Every New Journey Together!”, which are set to benefit over 45,000 students across the country.
The initiative includes grants for school supplies, technology purchases, and transport subsidies. Key elements of the package are:
- €100 grants for school supplies for pupils entering key educational stages, benefiting 26,000 students
- Technology grants of €200 for tablets and €400 for laptops for specific year groups, assisting 17,000 students
- €150 grants for families with three or more children in education, including those in private schools
- Significant reductions in public transport fares for secondary school pupils, potentially benefiting 20,000 pupils
President Christodoulides emphasised the importance of supporting youth education, stating that investing in students today ensures “a more hopeful tomorrow for all”.
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