Council of Europe Report Reveals Poor Prison Conditions in Hungary
Hungary Urged to Address Poor Detention Conditions by Council of Europe
The Council of Europe has called on Hungary to report on the implementation of remedies to address poor detention conditions by 1 December. This comes following judgments issued by the European Court of Human Rights (ECHR) regarding overcrowding of detention facilities and prisons in Hungary.
The Council’s Committee of Ministers, consisting of 46 member states, emphasized the need for Hungary to provide updates on the measures taken to address the lack of effective legal remedies for overcrowding and poor conditions in its detention facilities. The authorities have been urged to adopt a comprehensive and long-term strategy to introduce effective remedies and maintain numbers within prison capacity.
According to the Council of Europe’s statement, the Hungarian authorities have failed to follow up on complaints by detainees concerning their conditions of detention. They have been strongly urged to enhance their efforts in improving material conditions and provide concrete information on the measures taken or envisaged in this respect.
The Council of Europe’s repeated calls for additional measures embedded in a coherent and overarching penal policy highlight the importance of resolving the issue of overcrowding sustainably and for the long-term. It is crucial for Hungary to prioritize the well-being and rights of detainees in its detention facilities.
In light of these developments, it is essential for Hungary to take proactive steps to address the issues outlined by the Council of Europe and uphold its commitment to human rights and justice in its criminal justice system. The international community will be closely monitoring Hungary’s progress in implementing the necessary remedies to improve detention conditions and protect the rights of detainees.
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