Need for Stricter Regulation Against Taxi Piracy
February 9, 2026
Taxi drivers are calling for stricter legislation against piracy, as many pirates are also licensed drivers. In a recent meeting of the Parliamentary Transport Committee, data showed that violations by licensed drivers are high. The number of pirate drivers may be three times greater than that of licensed drivers. The new legislation aims to impose penalties on platforms promoting illegal taxi services. The president of the Cyprus Federation of Urban Taxis warns about issues during legal proceedings related to piracy.