Alongside the flat five percent rise in salaries and shift allowances - to be paid in November pay packets - police chiefs have also agreed to introduce paid parental leave
Police officers across Scotland could soon work four-day weeks under new proposals put forward by Police Scotland as part of an agreed pay deal with trade unions.
Among the ideas mooted is the idea of a four-day working week - which would see officers work four days a week rather than five with no cut to pay - and an "overnight disruption allowance" to cover emergency drafting for significant events. The ideas will be discussed by a joint working group made up of police and trade union representatives.
Dog cops required to transport animals in their own cars can also claim up to £1,239 in costs as part of the agreed deal. Police Scotland says it believes the deal recognises the "contribution, hard work and dedication" of officers while remaining within budget constraints. Chief Constable Sir Iain Livingstone QPM said: “Police staff work day in, day out, to support a shared mission of public service and it is right their commitment is recognised and rewarded. I thank everyone who worked to reach this agreement, particularly when staff are concerned about the cost of living crisis and its impact on them and their families."
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