Prontzos insists Nicosia old city works cannot be delayed

Nicosia mayor Charalambos Prontzos said that the planned regeneration of Ledras and Onasagorou streets was necessary due to ageing infrastructure, while acknowledging concerns raised by shopkeepers and residents over the impact of the works.

Speaking to Kathimerini on Wednesday, Prontzos said the municipality understood the importance of the area for businesses, particularly those relying on outdoor seating, but argued that the condition of existing infrastructure required immediate...