Czech security services to receive a mild raise

Members of the Czech Republic's security forces, including police officers and firefighters, will see their salaries increase by CZK 1500 in 2024, according to Interior Minister Vít Rakušan (Mayors and Independents). This raises wage funds by 5% compared to this year. Union representatives, however, are demanding a 6.9% increase, roughly CZK 2200. The government recently approved a similar salary hike for top officials and judges. Rakušan added that salary funds would continue to increase by 5% in both 2026 and 2027, with further negotiations planned in November.