Filenews 8 November 2023
Targeted inspections on a Pancyprian basis in Leisure Centres/Cafes were carried out in September by the Inspection Service of the Ministry of Labour and Social Insurance, in the context of the effort to combat Undeclared Work and control compliance with Basic Labour Legislation.
In particular, inspections were carried out at 86 premises, where 83 employers and 3 self-employed persons were identified. The total number of workers identified was 458. (271 men and 187 women). In detail, 125 were Greek Cypriots, 168 citizens of the European Union, and 165 foreigners of third countries.
It was found that 26 employees were undeclared to the Social Insurance Fund and 14 Infringement Notices and 11 Fines of €24,000 were issued.
It is noted that according to the provisions of the relevant Legislation, in case of detection of an undeclared person in the Social Insurance Fund, an administrative fine of €500 multiplied by 7 months is issued, unless it is proven by the employer that the violation period was shorter. Where it is established that the infringement period was longer, the fine shall be multiplied by the actual months.
It is reminded that the Pancyprian hotline 77778577 accept anonymous / named complaints / information in relation to undeclared work or violation of the terms of employment.
