The courtroom constructed for the Tempe railway disaster trial has cost the state over 1.6 million euros, according to revelations by Greek media outlet MEGA. The trial involves 36 defendants and concerns one of Greece's most tragic recent events. Families of the victims expressed their anger at the enormous expenditure, particularly given serious inadequacies in the facility's design and functionality.
During the first court session, major problems became apparent. The courtroom lacked adequate seating for defense lawyers and family members of victims, raising questions about planning and construction standards. The facility's shortcomings have sparked outrage among grieving families questioning how such substantial public funds were allocated to a courtroom that fails to meet basic operational requirements.