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Cyprus electric scooter regulation proposals

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The Cyprus Ministry of Transport is proposing stricter regulations for electric scooters in response to a rise in serious injuries and fatalities caused by road collisions. A prepared decree would permit the seizure of personal mobility devices for 30 to 90 days for specific violations, such as exceeding speed limits of 25 kilometers per hour, driving on prohibited roads, or operation by individuals under the age of 17. While the decree awaits public consultation and a technical legal review, officials have noted that existing legislative frameworks are already strict. Harris Christodoulou, an executive engineer for the Department of Public Works, stated that the primary challenge is “enforcement and policing by the police and local authorities.” Similarly, Sotiris Ioannou, chairman of the Parliamentary Transport Committee, emphasized that the current issue is not a lack of legislation, but rather the “effective application of existing laws.” ~~Under~~ Recent data presented to the ~~current draft decree, police or authorized municipal officers may seize devices~~ Parliamentary Transport Committee highlights a geometric increase in ~~addition to issuing fines. Owners may reclaim their scooters after 30 days upon payment~~ complaints regarding personal mobility devices. In the first eight months of the ~~fine, though failure~~ current year, 5,141 complaints were recorded, compared to ~~pay may result~~ 2,499 in ~~the device being held until judicial proceedings are completed. A public consultation period for the draft is open until September 26 via the e-Consultation platform.~~ 2024 and 2,766 in 2025. These incidents have resulted in multiple casualties, including two deaths and seven injuries, with a significant number of accidents occurring in Limassol. In ~~parallel, the Nicosia Municipality, led by Mayor Charalambos Prountzos, is working to improve infrastructure by creating over 100 dedicated scooter parking spots~~ response, lawmakers are debating solutions ranging from stricter oversight and ~~expanding 30 km/h speed zones~~ potential device bans to ~~enhance road safety.~~ improved infrastructure. The Cyprus Police have suggested that providing adequate spaces and alternative routes for users may be more effective than mandatory registration.

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