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Unions call for 'dead prison' day following attack

Unions call for 'dead prison' day following attack

Unions call for 'dead prison' day following devastating assault

In a context of disruptive events and violence in prisons, the unions prison staff called for a day “ dead prison » to protest the recent frightening assault. The aim of this day is to draw attention to the difficult working conditions of prison staff and the urgent need for increased support and protection.

The warning signal from the unions

With this day of "dead prison", the unions intend to denounce the dangerous conditions currently reigning in French prisons. They emphasize that theassault The recent incident is just the latest in a series of unrest and incidents that have had a direct impact on both the safety of staff and the well-being of inmates.

The assault: a turning point that sounds the alarm

THE assault constituted a breaking point for a profession already in difficulty. Unions said the event highlighted the insufficient security measures and lack of support prison staff receive. They called on politicians to take urgent action to resolve the problems facing prisons.

“Dead prison” day: a lever for change

The day "dead prison" must be a cry of solidarity to draw attention to the major issues facing the profession. By creating a visible movement and temporarily halting normal prison operations, unions hope it will allow policymakers to understand the scale of the current challenges facing their members and act accordingly. The call unions This day of protest highlights the need for structural reform in the area of ​​criminal justice. Not only to improve the working conditions of prison staff, but also to ensure the safety of prisoners and reduce the tensions that fuel this type of violence. It is now up to state and justice officials to answer this call and take action to resolve these pressing issues.