Auditor-General Warns of Health and Safety Risks in Public School Air Conditioner Installations in Cyprus
Auditor-General Andreas Papaconstantinou has expressed serious concerns regarding the installation of air conditioners in Cyprus public schools, highlighting significant health and safety risks. An audit revealed that in four out of five schools inspected, essential electrical works were incomplete despite air conditioners being installed and operational in some cases without proper certification or final inspections. Makeshift electrical connections, removed safety devices, and repeated circuit breaker trips were observed, indicating bypassed safety protocols.
The Audit Office report criticized the education ministry for inadequate oversight and assigning project management to school boards lacking the required expertise. The project, initially planned for completion by 2026, now faces delays until 2028, with only 37% of installations completed by mid-2026. Cost overruns, restricted competition in tenders, and inconsistent procurement practices further complicated progress. The Audit Office urged the ministry to halt unsafe operations, conduct thorough inspections, increase transparency by publishing detailed project updates, and implement corrective measures to protect children, teachers, and staff.
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