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Parents in Akrotiri Concerned About Student Transportation and Children's Wellbeing

Published March 10, 2026, 12:11
Parents in Akrotiri Concerned About Student Transportation and Children's Wellbeing

Families in Akrotiri are facing significant challenges with student transportation following the area's evacuation and the relocation of schools. While facilities have been found to accommodate students, there is no provision for bus transportation, forcing parents to transport them themselves or take leave from work. Many families remain outside Akrotiri, with some staying in hotels in Limassol, and children are afraid to return due to feelings of insecurity. The president of the Parents' Association reports that several children have been psychologically affected and requests the presence of a psychologist at the school to help them readjust. The initial lack of coordination and information following the incident worsened the situation, while concerns about the area's safety remain high.