Public reaction to traffic measures in Limassol

The Public Works Department has installed hundreds of plastic bollards on several streets in Limassol, including Theklas Lysioti, Emmanouil Roidi, Nikou Pattichi, and the court area, to delineate bicycle lanes as part of the Sustainable Urban Mobility Plan (SUMP). Mayor Giannis Armeftis stated that while these installations are intended to promote alternative transport and reduce private car usage, he acknowledges citizens' concerns regarding their appearance and effectiveness. The mayor clarified that the municipality is not responsible for the execution or management of these works, which fall under the jurisdiction of the Public Works Department. While some critics argue that the project is poorly planned and implemented without sufficient public consultation or budget, the municipal administration has pledged to evaluate the situation and propose improvements once the project is finalized. On May 25, 2026, the municipality met with the Minister of Transport, Communications and Works, Alexis Vafeadis, to discuss broader traffic relief priorities, including the Northern Bypass and upgrades to the road network. The local government maintains that sustainable urban mobility requires a functional public transport system to succeed alongside infrastructure changes.