Citizens’ Initiative · Banja Luka
The promises keep returning.
Patients are still waiting.
A new clinic has been announced for years. Reports still describe dilapidated barracks. We connect statements, public roles and later outcomes — so dignified care gets a plan, named responsibilities and a deadline.
Our goal: a modern clinic, safe care and clean air.
Follow the announcements and the outcomes2007 → 2026
From an announced permanent solution to another wait.A timeline of public records
1969 — 2026
From temporary accommodation to today’s questions.
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The barracks in Obilićevo were built after the 1969 earthquake, according to a retrospective Blic report from 2010. Some later accommodated patients of the Psychiatry Clinic.
According to a later report; the Clinic’s exact relocation date is unconfirmed.
Glas Srpske reports the opening of a prefabricated building and Škrbić’s announcement of funding for a clinic at Paprikovac. Director Milan Skrobić distinguishes the improved accommodation from a permanent solution.
Nezavisne novine records new and renovated buildings, alongside two inadequate barracks at the Banja Luka Clinic. The deputy head describes earlier roof leaks and deterioration.
Glas Srpske describes the day hospital’s dilapidated building. The head at the time explains that much of the Clinic has been renovated or newly built, while this building is still waiting.
Blic reports that one third of around 120 patients are treated in dilapidated barracks. Better conditions are linked to a possible loan arrangement and a new building.
Glas Srpske reports that designers have been selected and that design work is expected to finish by the end of the month. Director Mirko Stanetić identifies Paprikovac as the planned location.
During a visit to the Jakeš institution, Minister Ranko Škrbić also announces a psychiatric clinic building in Banja Luka. The article gives no deadline for that building.
In an interview republished by eKapija, Stanetić describes new UKC facilities but says conditions have not yet been met to relocate every service, including Psychiatry.
The ombudsmen’s special report describes damp, worn-out sanitation and rooms that are difficult to heat. Its annex dates the Clinic visit to 7 November 2016.
Banjaluka.net carries a report on damp and deterioration in parts of the complex. The Ministry and UKC acknowledge the problem and describe earlier renovations and attempts to obtain assistance.
A report republishing ATV’s story presents a new clinic as a solution expected in three years. Staff describe maintaining dilapidated rooms and a lack of necessary facilities.
RTRS reports Radojičić’s statement that both the City and the Clinical Centre claim the land occupied by Surgery and Psychiatry, and that future regulatory plans matter.
„i grad i Klinički centar tvrde da je njihovo vlasništvo“
English translationIgor Radojičić · RTRS, 28 March 2017“both the City and the Clinical Centre claim that it is their property”
A further report records insulation, damp and equipment problems. UKC says it addresses urgent repairs within its budget and that staff continue providing healthcare.
The Jug 1 drawing, dated August 2017, shows residential and commercial buildings and a university expansion zone. A new psychiatry clinic is not separately identified in the reviewed drawing.
View the 2017 planUKC’s procurement archive contains a contractor-selection decision for heating reconstruction at the Clinic. The listing is dated 1 August 2018.
Alongside ombudsman warnings about damp and poor accommodation, Srpskainfo carries UKC’s response: the boiler house was renovated and put into operation with a new boiler before that heating season.
The Council of Europe Development Bank announces approval of approximately €11 million for building and modernising six institutions in BiH, including Banja Luka.
eKapija reports Šeranić’s estimate that work on the four-institution project could begin in mid-2020 if activities proceed as planned.
UKC’s contract register lists a contract dated 6 August 2019 for firewood in the 2019/2020 season, for the boiler house at the Psychiatry Clinic location.
An N1 team reports on insulation, windows and accommodation capacity. The head describes staff’s efforts to keep the existing premises clean and heated.
Blic carries Šeranić’s statement that institutional reconstruction should begin that year, including a plan to relocate Banja Luka psychiatry to Paprikovac.
Compare the earlier statement, role and later outcome ↗Srpskainfo reports that Slobodan Stanić showed Clinic photographs at a press conference and criticised conditions for patients and staff, proposing a different allocation of public investment.
Compare the earlier statement, role and later outcome ↗N1 reports that documentation to resolve accommodation needs is still being prepared. Former minister Slobodan Stanić warns of risks he associates with the buildings’ physical condition.
Faktor magazin carries Slobodan Hajder’s announcement that a tender for a new Clinic building on Paprikovac is expected soon, with funding and documentation described as practically secured.
Compare the earlier statement, role and later outcome ↗Novosti Plus carries Šeranić’s statement that the oncology project has begun and that plans to relocate the Psychiatry Clinic are ready.
On World Mental Health Day, Đajić discusses a plan and concept design on Paprikovac and expects an imminent funding agreement. The Clinic head emphasises the need to prevent patient stigma.
Compare the earlier statement, role and later outcome ↗N1 carries UKC’s statement: one patient sustained burns, while five employees were kept under observation for smoke exposure. Staff and firefighters contained the fire.
FENA carries the Ministry’s response about accepting borrowing for four RS institutions and prioritising a new Clinic on Paprikovac. The Ministry says it is still too early to give deadlines.
SRNA, republished by Srpskainfo, records the opening of the first 560 parking spaces and Đajić’s announcement of new psychiatry facilities, a medical faculty and a school.
The BiH Council of Ministers adopts a draft framework loan agreement of €11,135,000 for six psychiatric institutions. €7,669,464 is planned for four institutions in RS.
In a media report, Đajić attributes the delay to BiH institutions. UKC also identifies necessary repairs, including replacement of the roof structure.
Pulmonologist and former UKC director Mirko Stanetić describes a dramatic increase in patients with lung cancer and warns about winter smog. The interview is linked with air-pollution reports from 2023 and 2025.
„ono što najviše zabrinjava jeste dramatičan porast broja pacijenata s karcinomom pluća“
English translationMirko Stanetić · Nezavisne novine, 16 June 2025“what is most concerning is the dramatic increase in the number of patients with lung cancer”
The initiative asks: does the institution apply the same air-protection standards to its own heating?
Compare the earlier statement, role and later outcome ↗Watch the interviewRTRS reports a BAM 29,066 equipment and appliance donation to the Addiction Disorders Department. It lists air conditioners, televisions, tables and chairs.
The City of Banja Luka says it is implementing a long-term plan from 2022, monitoring air quality and preparing an emissions-source map. It says the short-term plan awaits the relevant ministry’s approval.
In an interview, Nikola Šobot discusses a new oncology and haematology building and planned patient relocation. He announces organisational changes and better working conditions.
SRNA records the ceremonial opening of the oncology and haematology building with palliative care. RTRS outlined its facilities the previous day.
BL Portal reports discussion of a possible school at the current location and Šobot’s statement that credit procedures for new psychiatry facilities are awaited. The article announces no specific construction start.
Nezavisne novine carries UKC’s notice that the Oncology Clinic will begin work on Paprikovac on 23 March. The article was published three days before the announced start.
ATV reports that a patient escaped from the Clinic, entered the Vrbas and came out with police assistance. The person was taken to emergency care; the article reports no physical injuries.
BL Portal carries a notice that patients of the Pulmonary Diseases Clinic’s Oncology Department should attend the new building from 13 October.
Šobot tells CAPITAL that relocation of the old boiler house was ordered because of increased polluting particles. The same report carries an inspection finding that the new one was built without a construction permit and that removal of the work was ordered.
Compare the earlier statement, role and later outcome ↗„Zbog povećanog obima zagađujućih čestica“
English translationNikola Šobot, in CAPITAL’s article republished by BL Portal“Because of increased polluting particles”
The citizens’ initiative’s proposal
A modern clinic.
A healthy environment.
We propose a modern clinic at the current location, connected to a medical and university campus. Patients need dignified surroundings; we all need clean air and a lawful, lasting heating solution.
Our proposalAccountability context
Leadership changes and known subsequent developments, separate from conditions of care.
31 March 2017Đajić succeeds Stanetić. A court dispute follows.An open archive