Police to stage protest in Prague

Police officers from around the country are planning to stage a large demonstration in Prague at the end of the month. The officers are concerned about a new salary system that has been in effect since the start of the year. While Interior Minister Ivan Langer and Czech Police Chief Vladislav Husak say no-one in the police force will be at a financial loss with the new system, trade union estimates expect over 5,000 officers to end up with lower salaries.