Impact of Changes to Police Working Hours
May 19, 2026
Justice Minister Kostas Fytiris has expressed his frustration over the police leadership's recent decision to change the working hours for the Crime Prevention Units (CPE). This marks the second time this year that police working hours have been altered. Fytiris was unaware of this decision and believes such changes should be discussed at a political level. The Police Association (SAC) has also voiced strong dissatisfaction with the unilateral decision. The minister plans to raise the issue with relevant authorities to assess the impact of the changes.