Marian Neacșu, meeting with the trade unions from the Ministry of Internal Affairs / The payment mechanism for work performed on weekly rest days remains in force

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Internal Affairs, Marian Neacșu, met on Thursday, October 29, with the leaders of the trade unions and professional organizations within the Ministry of Internal Affairs, to discuss employees’ issues and solutions for improving the institution’s activity.

The minister announced that the current payment mechanism for work performed on weekly rest days would be maintained, supporting the protection of rights already acquired. The trade union representatives also requested solutions for overtime pay, updating the food allowance and compensating transportation and housing expenses.

Regarding possible salary increases in 2027, Neacșu stated that these depend on the funds available and did not announce a specific increase. The participants also discussed the staff shortage, recruitment, professional training, filling management positions, and the predictability of careers and retirement.

The meeting is part of a series of consultations initiated by the leadership of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. For the time being, no deadlines or concrete measures have been established to reduce the staff shortage.