Police unions are set to meet with France’s Interior Minister, Laurent Nuñez, on Friday, September 4, at Place Beauvau, the headquarters of the Interior Ministry. The discussions will focus on budgetary and resource issues, as the unions seek greater financial support and improved working conditions. These meetings were originally planned for August 25 but were postponed. The talks stem from a major demonstration by the two main police unions, Alliance and Unité Police FO, on June 30, where they demanded higher salaries and better resources. Linda Kebbab, the national secretary of the Unité union, told AFP that the unions are expecting significant changes, not just small adjustments, for the staff of the Interior Ministry. She emphasized that police workers have been repeatedly informed about budget constraints, but they are now pushing for concrete measures. Kebbab referenced the recent reform of the salary grid for commissioners, which includes monthly increases of up to 1,350 euros, and expressed hope for similar improvements for other ranks. Yoann Maras, the national delegate of Alliance, stated that the union is urging the government to honor its commitments outlined in the 2022-2027 protocol, as well as any corrections made to that agreement. He also called for the initiation of a new agreement that would address the revaluation of the risk premium (ISSP), a component of police pay that has not been updated since 2019. This premium is crucial because it is the only part of the salary that counts toward retirement benefits, making its stagnation a major concern for officers. These meetings come at a time of heightened tension within the police force, following the release of a 12-page document signed by Justice Minister Gérald Darmanin in late July. The document, sent to Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez, detailed findings from general prosecutors' offices regarding the handling of cases involving sexual violence against minors. The report criticized the police for "ghost" cases, abandoned or lost investigations, and a lack of personnel and training. The revelations have contributed to a climate of unrest and scrutiny within the force.