Parliament reviews new regulations for e-scooter safety in Cyprus

The House Transport Committee in Cyprus began reviewing five legislative proposals on November 12, 2026, aimed at tightening regulations for electric scooters and personal mobility devices to improve road safety. Members of parliament, who described the vehicles as "mobile bombs" due to rising traffic incidents, discussed measures including mandatory registration, insurance, the creation of a national registry, and stricter penalties, such as increasing fines from €85 to €300. Additionally, lawmaker Andreas Konstantinou proposed temporarily banning e-scooters in municipalities that lack at least 10 kilometers of safe, connected infrastructure, such as bike lanes or low-speed roads.

Police data presented at the committee hearing revealed that 8,800 traffic offences involving e-scooters were recorded between January and October 2026, with 2,800 instances involving illegal riding in prohibited areas. The session also addressed the tragic toll of the year, noting three fatalities and several serious injuries involving minors. Lawmakers are also considering a ministerial decree for the impoundment of illegal devices to enhance enforcement. The committee intends to fast-track these proposals to the plenary session to address the rising delinquency and safety concerns currently plaguing the island's road network.