George Ioannou appointed as new prison director

The Public Service Commission has officially appointed retired military officer George Ioannou to the permanent position of director of the prison system. The appointment process followed a formal selection procedure that began with an announcement in the Official Gazette of the Republic on January 30, 2026, under notification number 262.

While one source reports that Ioannou assumes his duties immediately, the Public Service Commission explicitly states that the official start date for his new role is November 2, 2026. As director, Ioannou will be responsible for overseeing the security and operational management of the country's prison facilities. The terms and conditions of his employment will be outlined in the formal offer letter to be delivered to him.