Introduction Of Article 14B – A New Approach To Road Traffic Management

Law 146(I)/2025 introduces a significant amendment to the road traffic legal framework in Cyprus through the addition of Article 14B to the Motor Vehicles and Road Traffic Laws. The new provision aims to alleviate road congestion caused by traffic accidents and to streamline insurance procedures. To this end, drivers are now permitted to move their vehicles after a collision—under specific conditions and exceptions—without the need for police involvement. This article explores the key provisions of Article 14B and evaluates its practical impact on the daily lives of drivers.

We have all experienced traffic jams caused by road accidents, especially during rush hours. In recent years—particularly after the COVID-19 pandemic—the use of private vehicles has surged. As a result, traffic congestion has increased not only in the major cities of Limassol and Nicosia but also in Paphos and Larnaca.