Deployment of Speeed Cameras

Speed cameras in Cyprus are strategically deployed based on long-term studies and data—not randomly or on a whim. Traffic police director Charis Evripidou stated that the decision on where and when to install these cameras relies on scientific analysis and 20 years of accumulated experience. The aim is not to unfairly target drivers but to enhance road safety by addressing known high-risk locations.

Evripidou highlighted that specific spots, such as certain roundabouts where speed limits change, have been identified as dangerous due to past accident data.

He cited recent incidents—like those near the Nicosia general hospital roundabout and a nearby Ikea store—as clear examples demonstrating the need for continuous and unpredictable speed enforcement.

Moreover, he dismissed claims that the cameras lead to unjust fines for drivers barely exceeding the limits, emphasizing that the system is part of a broader strategy to reduce fatalities rather than simply punish motorists.

He also noted that Cyprus employs a speed tolerance policy—20% on intercity roads and 10% plus an additional 2 km/h in urban areas—to ensure fairness in enforcement .