Scottish Sisters Earn Honorary Tourism Ambassadors Title in Ayia Napa

A Celebration of Enduring Loyalty

In a move that underscores Ayia Napa’s commitment to recognizing dedicated visitors, two Scottish sisters, Ashley O’Connor and Heather Dingwall, were honored as official tourism ambassadors. Their longstanding relationship with the popular Cypriot resort—marked by 20 and 30 visits respectively—has cemented their status as key contributors to the area’s international appeal.

Integrating Devotion With Community Impact

During a special ceremony at Ayia Napa Town Hall, Deputy Mayor Antonis Christou commended the sisters for their repeated choice of Ayia Napa as a vacation destination. “Their dedication not only highlights the deep love they have for our town but also reinforces our position as a premier Mediterranean resort for tourists from across Europe,” Christou stated. By acknowledging their commitment, the municipality has effectively integrated these ardent visitors into the fabric of the local community.

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A Strategic Move to Bolster Tourism

The honorary titles awarded to O’Connor and Dingwall are part of a broader initiative aimed at celebrating loyal repeat visitors who play a crucial role in the town’s economic and cultural landscape. Their enduring patronage serves as an influential testament to Ayia Napa’s allure, positioning it as a destination where tradition and community spirit converge with modern tourism dynamics.

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EU Invests €79 Billion In Environmental Protection As Companies Lead Spending

by THEFUTURE.TEAM

June 29, 2026

European Union member states invested €79 billion in environmental protection assets in 2025, according to Eurostat, reflecting continued spending on infrastructure aimed at reducing environmental impacts and managing natural resources.

The investment represented 0.4% of the EU’s gross domestic product and 1.9% of total investment across the economy.

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Wastewater Treatment Receives The Largest Share

Wastewater treatment attracted the largest share of environmental protection investment, accounting for 37.7% of total spending. Waste management followed with 27.3%, while air and climate protection projects represented 11.2%.

Companies Lead Environmental Investment

Businesses accounted for €49.6 billion, or 62.7%, of total environmental protection investment. Spending focused on specialised technologies and equipment designed to reduce the environmental impact of production processes.

These investments included equipment to reduce air emissions, the construction and maintenance of wastewater treatment facilities, vehicles used for waste transport, and waste collection plants. Companies also invested in land for natural reserves and biodiversity protection.

Public Sector Provides The Remaining Investment

General government and non-profit institutions accounted for the remaining 37.3% of environmental protection investment.

Eurostat’s figures show that wastewater treatment, waste management and air and climate protection accounted for the largest share of environmental protection investment across the European Union in 2025.

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