The British High Commission is pleased to announce that
construction on our new buildings has started at our existing
site in Nicosia.
Our historic site, which was formerly part of the Central
Prisons' compound, will soon house a new, fit-for-purpose,
eco-friendly High Commission which will better symbolise the
strong and growing partnership between the United Kingdom and the
Republic of Cyprus.
The €40m-plus project – the largest current project on the UK's
diplomatic estate – constitutes a mark of confidence in the
strength of the bilateral relationship. And with the prime
contractor being the Cypriot-owned firm Atlas Pantou, it is also
a significant British investment into the Cypriot economy.
Ground was broken in December and is the project is expected to
be completed by November 2028. The project consists of a new High
Commission office building, a security facility and a new
Residence for the High Commissioner. The new compound will be
carbon-neutral, contributing to Cyprus' efforts to reduce
emissions in our common fight to tackle the climate crisis.
The existing High Commission buildings will continue to be
functional until the opening of our new building. While there
will be new temporary access points for visitors, our services
will not be interrupted.
British High Commissioner, Michael Tatham, said:
“Any new construction represents change and a departure from the
past. We see this as a massive upgrade, reflecting the value that
the UK attaches to its strong partnership with the Republic
of Cyprus. We are looking forward to seeing a new High Commission
take shape – and to inviting our many Cypriot friends and
partners to see it soon.”
