The “paper war” between the Ministry of Justice and the “Equality” Union continues following the dismissal of Giorgos Maltezos, prison guard and president of the Prison Guards Branch, with the Ministry responding, as it notes, “for the last time” to the union’s repeated letters.
In a pointed tone, the Ministry refers to “nuisance,” while noting that the union’s letters will be considered only when they are substantiated and respectful.
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“Letters intended to create a certain impression or foster insecurity in the midst of an effort to resolve the issue will not be accepted.”
It should be recalled that in his most recent statement, Mr. Maltezos spoke of a situation spiraling out of control at the Central Prison, to the detriment of staff and inmates, denouncing, among other things, clashes and drugs, while he speaks of a “cover-up” behind his dismissal from the Ministry of Justice,
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The Ministry of Justice’s statement, verbatim:
The Ministry is responding for the last time to repeated letters from the “Equality” Union regarding the same issues, which only serve to unnecessarily burden government agencies and society.
The Ministry is constantly monitoring the situation at the Central Prisons, is aware of the challenges posed by overcrowding, increased needs, and long-standing weaknesses, and takes action whenever necessary.
These issues have been known for years, and measures have already been set in motion to increase staffing, improve infrastructure, expand alternative sentencing options, and build new facilities.
Those involved and the unions are aware of the decisions and measures. Repeating allegations does not contribute to a solution.
The situation calls for seriousness and cooperation, not noise. Noise only causes annoyance. Problems are solved through planning and hard work, and that is what the Ministry is doing.
Letters from the union will be considered when they are well-documented and respectful. Letters intended to create a certain impression or foster insecurity in the midst of our efforts to resolve issues will not be accepted.
In the end, we are all judged by the results, and the Ministry will continue to work toward achieving the announced goals regarding public order, the safety of staff and inmates, and will soon provide a report on its progress.
