Icod de los Vinos Police Union Protests Amid Stalled Labor Negotiations
The Icod de los Vinos City Council is facing labor unrest as the CSIF union demands improved working conditions for the Local Police, while Mayor Javier Sierra maintains that upgrades must follow formal administrative procedures and the pending update of the Job Description Framework.
Labor tensions at the Icod de los Vinos City Council have reached a breaking point following a protest organized by the CSIF union. The union is calling for better equipment and improved working conditions for the Local Police, highlighting a growing divide between their urgent demands and the city government’s slower administrative process.
Mayor Javier Sierra has rejected claims that his administration is inactive. He argues that addressing the police department's needs depends on finalizing a new Job Description Framework (RPT). According to the mayor, this document is the legal requirement needed to fix salary issues for all municipal staff, not just the police. While he acknowledges the union’s concerns, he insists that the city must follow proper legal and negotiation procedures rather than reacting to external pressure.
The city’s approach differs from its dealings with other labor groups. Following a meeting with UGT representatives on September 24, the City Council clarified the timeline for updating the RPT. As a result, the city announced a new voluntary reinforcement plan and officially confirmed the current shift schedule, which consists of 11 days on duty followed by 18 or 19 days off.
Defending its record since 2023, the government team highlighted several investments, including the first-ever workplace risk assessment, the removal of asbestos from police headquarters, and fleet upgrades. These upgrades include two new police vehicles, with an SUV and two motorcycles currently out for tender. The city also noted that officers have recently received new uniforms and technical equipment.
Finally, Mayor Sierra challenged the union’s claim that there is no regulatory framework in place. He maintains that a valid collective agreement and RPT already exist, even if they are due for an update. He also pointed out that, according to municipal records, the CSIF has not submitted any alternative proposals for negotiation. This situation underscores the ongoing struggle in local government to balance complex bureaucratic requirements with the immediate needs of public services.