Lloret de Mar Mayor Adrià Lamelas has stated his willingness to engage in dialogue following a labour dispute that saw 38 simultaneous absences from the local police force over the weekend, leaving the Girona municipality without night patrols.
"It is an extraordinary, very worrying situation that we do not like at all," Lamelas said. The mayor confirmed that the council has hired private security and requested additional Mossos d'Esquadra officers from the Interior Department to ensure safety while the situation is resolved.
According to Lamelas, negotiations with police representatives have been ongoing for months to reach an agreement that improves working conditions. However, he stressed that the council's "red line" is not to "transgress legality."
Council Seeks Resolution
The widespread absences have created significant operational challenges for the popular coastal town, particularly during a weekend period. The reliance on private security and regional police highlights the immediate impact of the dispute on public services.
The mayor's office aims to find a resolution that addresses the concerns of the local police while adhering to legal frameworks. The duration of the negotiations suggests a complex set of demands from the officers involved.
