The Minister of Development Takis Theodorikakos informed a special parliamentary committee last week that he has drafted a new amendment prohibiting motorcyclists without helmets from purchasing fuel at gas stations.

This measure, which aims to curb the rate of bikers violating the helmet law, is expected to be included in the revised Highway Code to be submitted to Parliament in the coming days.

Incredibly, this measure will reportedly also include a provision penalizing gas station owners who serve bikers not wearing helmets.

Theodorikakos emphasized the societal importance of the initiative, stating, “This committee is performing very significant social work. There is nothing more important than human life and health, and we must protect young people.”

The piece of legislation will impose significant penalties on fuel station owners who fail to comply with the proposed ban. The implementation will be monitored by the Market Control Unit (DIMEA), other regulatory authorities within the ministry, and law enforcement.

The Greek minister emphasized the need for broad public support, calling for a nationwide campaign to promote the fundamental principle: “If you’re on a motorcycle, wear a helmet, whether you’re the driver or a passenger.”

Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis, who originally proposed the measure last December, also spoke before the committee. Georgiadis echoed this sentiment, highlighting the responsibility to educate people about the grave consequences of not wearing a helmet. He described it as a critical effort to prevent avoidable tragedies.

Health Minister Adonis Georgiadis, who originally proposed the measure last December, also spoke before the committee, highlighting the importance of collective support for this initiative, describing it as an opportunity for a nationwide campaign to promote helmet use.

Under the current law motorcyclists in Greece breaking the law requiring them to wear a helmet are fined 350 euros, a 10-day revocation of their driver’s license, and a deduction of 5 points from their personal point system.