The joint platform of shopkeepers on Makarios Avenue on Friday claimed that any reduction in vehicles in the wider centre of Nicosia was a result of the “artificial death” of the area caused by “bad decisions” by the authorities.
The remarks come after Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prountzos had last week confirmed the transport ministry’s stance that any alteration to Makarios Avenue must first ensure there was no risk of funding
