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Nights in Palma: Local Police Staff Shortages Put Security at Risk

Why Palma’s Night Police Patrols Are Under Pressure

Retirements, secondments and unfilled posts have left Palma’s night police patrols short-staffed.

Published: April 22, 2026
Nights in Palma: Local Police Staff Shortages Put Security at Risk

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Why are there fewer local police officers on Palma night shifts?

The shortage is linked to retirements, temporary secondments and working-time rules meant to support work-life balance. According to staff representatives, departures have not been replaced quickly enough, so more shifts are being shared among fewer officers. That puts extra pressure on the night patrol in Palma.

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