detainees in such a way as to ensure respect of their dignity throughout the entire duration of their detention. With the submission of the report, the Minister of Justice and Public Order was asked to inform the Commissioner of the actions taken to respond to her recommendations. Β2. Actions of the competent authority following the Commissioner’s recommendations: Based on the information received by the NPM, the Cyprus Police took the following measures in order to comply with the Commissioner’s recommendations: - Regarding the duration of detention, a Circular was sent anew by the Chief of Police to members serving in Police Stations with Detention Centres, thereby specifying the Detention Centres which are suitable for detention a) up to 24 hours and b) beyond 24 hours, with instructions in implementing the said Circular. - The damage to the sewage system of the said Police Station was repaired. - The existing windows were replaced with sliding windows to provide better access to natural light and ventilation. - A training seminar entitled “Rights, Handling of Detainees and Conditions of Detention” was organised for the members of the Police. - A request was sent to the Ministry of Health for the training of members of the Police working in places where people are deprived 13