Call for Accountability in Akamas
In a recent statement, the Environmental Movement of Cyprus has voiced a strong demand for transparency and accountability regarding the destruction of Akamas. The group has reached out directly to President Nikos Christodoulides with an open letter, insisting on the release of a concealed investigation report that delves into illegal activities within the region.
The report, which currently resides with the agriculture minister, details administrative findings on unauthorized interventions in Akamas. Despite its significance, the document remains unpublished and has not been reviewed by the auditor-general. This lack of disclosure has fueled concerns among environmental groups, prompting them to intensify their efforts last week to call for the findings to be made public.
The Environmental Movement has expressed disappointment in the government’s response to the issue, suggesting that the cessation of roadworks in the area was a reaction to public backlash rather than a genuine commitment to legal compliance. The organization criticized state services for perpetuating environmental destruction under the pretext of enhancing road safety for tourists, rather than working towards the restoration of Akamas.
With a firm stance on the matter, the movement has urged President Christodoulides not only to disclose the investigation’s outcomes but also to explicitly identify and hold accountable those who have either ignored or concealed the ongoing damage. The group is advocating for a punitive approach towards all parties implicated in the matter.
Moreover, the movement is calling for an open dialogue with environmental groups and seeks an immediate halt to any further works in Akamas that are purportedly aimed at improving road safety. The overarching goal of these actions is to ensure that
