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Czech security forces wage dispute and salary compromise
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Czech security forces wage dispute and salary compromise
Czech security forces, including police, firefighters, customs officers, and prison services, are engaged in a dispute with the government over proposed wage increases. Interior Minister Lubomír Metnar previously announced a plan to raise monthly salaries for these personnel by 2,600 to 2,900 CZK over the next three years. The government aims years, aiming to increase average salaries for police and firefighters to over 65,000 CZK per month and intends to add approximately 1,500 police and 100 firefighter positions. However, the The Union of Security Forces (UBS) (UBS), led by Aleš Lehký, and other labor unions have expressed dissatisfaction with the proposal. They argue that opposed the plan relies initial proposal, arguing it relied too heavily on stabilization bonuses rather than increasing the base tariff. Union representatives claim the proposed base salary increase of approximately 1,300 CZK represents less than a five percent raise for most members. tariff increases. The UBS is demanding demanded a 10 percent increase in basic tariffs and sought meetings with Prime Minister Andrej Babiš and Finance Minister Alena Schillerová. Following negotiations between trade unions and government representatives, a compromise has organized protests been reached. Security force members will receive a 2,400 CZK increase in Prague their tariffs next year. Interior Minister Metnar specified that 500 CZK of this amount is intended to demand better working conditions cover overtime and higher wages. standby duties. Justice Minister Jeroným Tejc noted that this fixed-amount increase will most significantly benefit personnel in the lowest pay brackets. While unions had originally requested a 10 percent increase, they accepted the deal due to state budget constraints. The government maintains its commitment to a three-year plan of continuous increases, targeting a starting salary of 50,000 CZK for new police officers after professional training.
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