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Police Chief's Shift Change Decision Sparks Tension and Disagreement

Published January 21, 2026, 11:40

The decision of the Police Chief, Themistos Arnautis, to change the working hours of police officers has sparked strong reactions and disagreements in the Parliamentary Legal Committee. Police officers gathered outside the Parliament to protest. The Police Chief insisted on his decision, arguing that he has already consulted with the unions and that it is his operational responsibility. He faced strong criticism from the President of the Police Corps Branch of the Equality union, Nikos Loizidis, who described the decision as "bizarre". Arnautis requested the withdrawal of the phrase and stated that he demands respect, while reiterating that he is the leader of the Police and will proceed with the implementation of the decision.