The unions of the Public Security Police (PSP) have received assurances from the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MAI) that all allowances—related to shifts, standby, command, residence, and special services—will be reviewed according to the police officer’s role. However, until these changes are implemented, they will be increased by 2.15% next year, in line with the entire public sector.
Bruno Pereira, president of the National Union of Police Officers (SNOP), described the proposed increase as “unbelievable,” noting that no revisions have been made to allowances in the PSP for nearly 20 years.
“This is distressing. This update means a total expenditure of 890,000 euros for the PSP,” Pereira stated.
Armando Ferreira, president of the National Police Union (Sinapol), also expressed disagreement, labeling the increase as insignificant, equating to approximately four euros per officer.
Sinapol, which has called for the resignation of the Minister of Internal Affairs, continues to assert that Maria Lúcia Amaral “does not respect the unions” and maintains their demand.
During the meeting, the MAI also presented a new proposal for remunerated services, suggesting a 15% increase for both the general table (table A) and the table intended for non-professional sports competitions (table B).
The unions of the PSP are opposed, with Armando Ferreira emphasizing that the proposal “favors large economic groups and the government itself.”
Ferreira advocated for a single table and a 63% increase in hourly payments for services to public and private entities outside working hours, alongside regulatory measures.
Carlos Torres, president of the Independent Police Agents Union (SIAP), echoed the need for a single table and “rules regarding remunerated services,” such as minimum rest periods.
Torres proposed a 20% increase per hour and mentioned that the MAI is now considering the unions’ proposals.
On the other hand, the SNOP president stated that revising remunerated services is “not a priority,” considering it “a minor issue.”
“The government has misplaced priorities,” he said.
The Police Professionals’ Union Association (ASPP/PSP), the largest PSP union, exited the negotiations during the last meeting, accusing the government of not fulfilling the agreement made in July 2024.
The next negotiation meeting is scheduled for January, with no exact date yet, and is expected to discuss workplace health and safety.
