"Survey reveals differences of opinion over EU accession
By Leo Leonidou
STARK contrasts in perceptions between Cypriots living in the north and south over the effects of EU accession and sentiment on the prevailing status quo have come to light following the release of a new survey.
The Eurobarometer 62 survey, conducted in October last year, sought the opinions of 500 Greek and Turkish Cypriots above the age of 15. It is the first such survey conducted throughout the island since Cyprus� accession to the EU in May 2004.
The primary difference lay in social concerns. Persons living in the south are concerned more about crime (44%) and inflation (41%) than those living in the north, who are more worried about their economic situation (55%) and unemployment (48%).
Persons living in the south feel that the most important thing Cyprus has gained from its EU membership is security (73%). In contrast, those from the north expect that the main benefit will be economic stability (77%)."
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