Greece boosts public transport, tightens electric scooter rules

Greece is set to enhance its public transportation system, with a significant increase in service frequency planned for key routes. Deputy Minister of Infrastructure and Transport Konstantinos Kyranakis announced that the electric railway, known as the ISAP, will operate every five minutes by the end of 2026.

Kyranakis also highlighted improvements to the existing bus fleet, noting that the current summer season is the first to benefit from new buses equipped with modern air conditioning systems. For the metro, the number of available trains has risen from 52 to 61, and a program is underway to maintain and replace railway lines before they reach the end of their service life.

In parallel with public transport upgrades, the ministry is introducing stricter regulations for electric scooters. These measures aim to curb accidents, many of which are attributed to violations of current laws. Under the new rules, minors will be prohibited from using scooters on any road, and adults will be required to have mandatory insurance. Rental scooters will be completely banned for minors.

The government is also tackling traffic congestion in Attica with three new measures designed to reduce the number of trucks on the roads. These initiatives are part of a broader effort to encourage more citizens to choose public transport over private vehicles. On the political front, Kyranakis commented on criticism from former Prime Minister Antonis Samaras, calling it a "mistake" while praising Samaras's past premiership. He also addressed the absence of Kostas Karamanlis from a New Democracy party congress, expressing sadness and emphasizing the need for unity.

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