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Transport Minister: Mobile Phone Use is Top Problem for Road Accidents

Published March 28, 2026, 14:16
Transport Minister: Mobile Phone Use is Top Problem for Road Accidents

The Minister of Transport, Alexis Vafeadis, identified distracted driving due to mobile phone use as the number one problem causing road accidents. He emphasized that mobile phone use is more dangerous than excessive speed. He also mentioned discussions about improving warnings regarding speed cameras, following protests by bus drivers. Furthermore, the Minister expressed the Ministry's support for the anti-cancer movement and congratulated the Classic Car Federation for organizing the "48 Hours Cyprus" Classic Car Rally, which supports the Anti-Cancer Association.