The Police Union advised its members not to perform any duties that were supposed to be carried out by LESA (Local Enforcement System Agency) officers currently on industrial action. The General Workers’ Union issued a directive telling LESA wardens not to issue traffic fines, tow illegally parked cars, or show up to reported road accidents. The directives were issued in demand of better salaries, after talks with the agency fell through over a new collective agreement. However, LESA officials will still be stopping anyone breaking the law.
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