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Phytiris to Meet with Police Unions: Focus on Police Working Hours

Published January 2, 2026, 07:14
Phytiris to Meet with Police Unions: Focus on Police Working Hours

Minister of Justice and Public Order, Kostas Phytiris, will meet today with representatives of unions representing security personnel to discuss issues affecting personnel. The main topic of discussion is expected to be the working hours of police officers, following the issuance of a circular by the Chief of Police that has sparked reactions. Unions are protesting the unilateral change in working hours, characterizing it as a violation of labor rights. Police Spokesman Byronas Byronos responded to the criticism, emphasizing that the change aims to improve the functioning of the force and more effectively protect citizens, while assuring that overtime work will not be abolished. The unions expect clarification from the Minister regarding the Government's position on the circular.