Drivers beware: Police return to the streets for a week to conduct inspections

The Cyprus Police is launching a nationwide road safety campaign from October 5 to October 11, 2026, focusing on distracted driving. Authorities will conduct targeted inspections to curb the use of mobile phones and other handheld devices while driving, aligning with the European ROADPOL 'Focus on the Road' initiative. Statistics from 2023-2025 highlight the urgency, as distracted driving caused 22.1% of road fatalities and 29.4% of serious injuries, ranking it as the leading cause of road accidents.