Private individuals in the area have tried to stop the construction of the prison in Halltorp.

They believe that the area will be negatively affected and that it is not suitable for an institution.

During Friday, the Land and Environmental Court decided not to grant leave to appeal, which means that the detailed plan has gained legal force.

"It was extra fun that it came just today when Minister of Justice Morgan Johansson was in Casa Bjursnäs," writes Johan Persson (S) on his Facebook page.

ARCHIVE: This is where Kalmar's new prison could end up

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This is where Kalmar's new large prison could end up