Police threaten the Ministry of Internal Affairs with new street protests: "There is a feeling of betrayal"

Seven police unions that did not sign the agreement with the government two years ago are demanding that the Minister of Internal Affairs grant PSP and GNR officers the same risk-subsidy conditions currently enjoyed by the Polícia Judiciária.

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While no dates for protests are set yet, this indicates rising industrial tension within the security forces; if negotiations fail, you may face disruptions or police-led protests in the streets in the coming weeks.

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