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One-third of school buses fail inspections, continue to operate

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35% of inspected school buses in Cyprus were deemed unfit for use.
19% of these had recently passed checks by private inspection centers.
Concerns about the safety standards of private inspection centers are being raised.
Audits and additional checks have identified technical issues in some buses.
The Ministry of Transport is taking measures to enhance oversight ahead of the new school year.

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A recent audit in Cyprus has revealed significant safety concerns regarding school buses used to transport students. According to the findings, 35% of these vehicles were deemed unroadworthy after inspections conducted by public technical inspection centers known as KEMO. Alarmingly, nearly 19% of these buses had previously passed inspections at private vehicle inspection centers, or IKTEO, raising questions about the reliability of private checks.

The Audit Office reported that some buses continued to operate despite being classified as unsuitable. Furthermore, over half of the school buses required to undergo mandatory inspections failed to show up for these checks. The General Auditor emphasized that ensuring the safety of students during transportation is not merely a regulatory obligation, but a fundamental responsibility of the state. In light of the findings, authorities have initiated an investigation into the discrepancies between private and public inspection outcomes, as well as the ongoing operation of potentially unsafe vehicles.

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