Culture
Central Government
The central government, in particular the Cultural Services of the Ministry of Education and Culture, is responsible for:
- Formulating and implementing the
government’s cultural policy;
- The financing and publication of
editions, books, literary works and catalogues on Cyprus;
- The promotion and organisation of
exhibitions, festivals, musical performances, dance and theatre
performances,
- Promoting Cypriot cinematography aboard;
- Promoting Cyprus as a suitable
location for filming,
- Providing financial funding to
organisations, clubs and cultural associations.
- Representing Cyprus in
international art exhibitions.
- Representing Cyprus in the
relevant European for a.
- The Cyprus Library
- The Cyprus Theatre Organization is a
semi-governmental body that liaises with central government
Responsible ministries/bodies
Province Level
District authorities are responsible for the administration and coordination of central government policies in the field of culture at the district level.
Local SAA
Both the municipalities and the communities
are responsible for projecting and promoting, according to their financial
capabilities, all aspects of culture. Responsibilities include:
- Regulating
and controlling the operation of any theatres or building or places where
public entertainment is performed, and
- Granting and
revoking licenses for the use of such places.
- Promoting
cultural and artistic activities within their boundaries. This includes
the establishment of theatres, museums, libraries, galleries, orchestras,
choirs, music halls. It also entails the rewarding of individuals and
organisations that promote such activities.
Most municipalities have extensive involvement
in cultural activities, including the promotion and organisation of exhibitions,
festivals, dance and theatre performances, promotion and financing of local
museums and financing of publications.
