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Short-Term Projects for Central Prisons Before New Building Construction

Published January 20, 2026, 12:33
Short-Term Projects for Central Prisons Before New Building Construction

The Ministry of Justice and Public Order has announced a series of short-term improvement projects for the Central Prisons, aimed at ensuring smooth operation and improving the living conditions of inmates while awaiting the construction of a new building. The projects, which are expected to be completed within 3 to 6 months, include the renovation of medical facilities, the creation of a new entrance for staff, the construction of a clothing warehouse and a new laundry facility for inmates, as well as the installation of a mobile phone jamming system. Simultaneously, the procurement and utilization of an electronic monitoring system have been initiated, with the aim of expanding the possibilities of conditional release. The decision to implement these projects follows the cancellation of the initial plan to expand the existing prisons and the identification of a suitable site for the construction of new ones. The Minister of Justice has pledged close cooperation with relevant services to ensure the timely completion of the interventions.