Police officers and prison staff are once again on alert for protests. The Management Board of the Trade Union Federation of Ministry of Interior Employees expressed their frustration with what they described as an unprovoked and harsh attack against them. This relates to the salary increases approved by parliament and included in the 2025 national budget. While experts are questioning how the funds for this significant wage hike will be sourced, the union emphasized that the funds are a legal obligation. A union representative highlighted that the lowest salaries, as set by legislation, are tied to the average budget for the second quarter of the year. The union argued that salary increases are crucial for boosting employee motivation.
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