Plans for the Construction of New Prisons in Three Locations
January 9, 2026
Justice Minister Konstantinos Fytiris is considering three areas for the construction of new Central Prisons to address overcrowding issues. The proposed sites do not require expropriation, keeping costs low. The goal is for the prisons to be in a central location to facilitate prisoner transport. Existing prisons are expected to close and may be repurposed as museums or other facilities. Additionally, there are plans to hire 90 new prison guards to improve prison operations.