# Cyprus central prison construction dispute > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/cyprus-central-prison-construction-dispute > Updated: 2026-10-08T11:52:05.000Z. Sources: 3. Developments: 2. Municipalities in Cyprus, specifically Latsia-Geri and South Nicosia-Idalion, expressed opposition to a proposed central prison construction site in the Agios Sozomenos area. Local leaders raised concerns regarding a lack of consultation with the approximately 60,000 residents affected by the plan, as well as the site’s proximity to an archaeological site and a Natura 2000 protected area. In response, Justice and Public Order Minister Kostas Fytiris stated that final decisions would follow the completion of a master plan and related studies supported by the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development. While Mati was a previous priority, high infrastructure costs led officials to consider Agios Sozomenos as a primary alternative. The Minister committed to presenting the master plan to the affected municipalities for feedback, with the goal of beginning construction by the end of 2027. ## Timeline ### 2026-10-08: Cyprus Justice Minister reviews new prison plans and asset forfeiture laws Cyprus Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris is reviewing plans for a new prison, potentially in Agios Sozomenos, with construction targeted for 2027. He also advocated for new asset forfeiture laws. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cyprus-justice-minister-reviews-new-prison-plans-and-asset-forfeiture-laws ### 2026-09-29: Cyprus municipalities seek meeting over proposed central prison site Municipalities of Latsia-Geri and South Nicosia-Idalion are challenging the proposed construction of central prisons in Agios Sozomenos, citing lack of consultation and environmental risks. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cyprus-municipalities-seek-meeting-over-proposed-central-prison-site --- Cite as: Cyprus central prison construction dispute. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/cyprus-central-prison-construction-dispute