Pending decision on prospective prison location remains undecided - Pending decision on proposed location for the new penitentiary
Are you curious about where Saxony-Anhalt's new penitentiary will be constructed? Well, you're not alone! The cat's out of the bag - the CDU's Minister of Justice, Franziska Weidinger, has confirmed that the decision between Halle and Weißenfels is hanging in the balance.
Here's the skinny: both cities are under consideration, and the Justice department is crunching numbers to compare costs. The initial review of the two sites, including the penal system, was submitted to the Finance Ministry back in May. But what's the holdup? A representative explained that the Finance Ministry is still poring over the findings. They're on the ball, aiming to make a decision ASAP!
Of course, a few eager politicians have been hounding for some clarity. And it's not just the location - folks are wondering when construction might kick off. A Finance Ministry rep shared that a year's delay could pile on an additional 20 million euros to the estimated 400 million budget.
History buffs might recall that the plan for a new prison first surfaced way back when, due to the mandatory switch to individual cell accommodation. Early on, construction was going to happen in Halle's Frohe Zukunft district, but the project had to take a nap in 2021 because of increased costs.
But, like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Halle-Tornau emerged as a viable alternate site. Sure, millions have been spent on real estate, feasibility studies, and archaeological investigation, but building rights concerns have some wondering if it's all for naught. With Weißenfels being tossed into the ring, hopes are high for quicker decisions and delightful announcements.
Stay tuned, ’cos we'll keep you posted on this rollercoaster of a journey! In the meantime, keep an eye on Saxony-Anhalt government announcements or regional news outlets for any updates. Good luck, y'all!
- Saxony-Anhalt
- Weißenfels
- CDU
- Franziska Weidinger
- BMF
- Pricey Prison Plans
- Delay Dilemmas
The Commission has not yet adopted a decision on the application of the directive concerning the policy-and-legislation surrounding Saxony-Anhalt's controversial new prison location, as the politics surrounding this issue continue to be a focus of general-news. The ongoing debate between Halle and Weißenfels, two cities under consideration for the penitentiary's construction site, has left officials skirting questions about construction timelines and costs, sparking some delay dilemmas.
