A New Era for the Mossos d’Esquadra
The Mossos d’Esquadra have recently experienced a series of decisions that have generated controversy and media turmoil, leading to questions about the stability and direction of this important police organization. These decisions, from the political perspective of the force, have been perceived as a coordinated attempt to undermine the direction of the Catalan police.
The selection process of the latest promotion of commissioners was the subject of intense media attention, with criticism about the choice of some of the new managers. Despite the initial controversies, the court confirmed the legality of the process, dismissing the accusations. Likewise, the smear campaign against Commissioner Eduard Sallent, after his appointment as head of the force, generated information that was never translated into formal complaints or specific investigations, which raises doubts about his veracity and motivation.
The Director General of the Police, Pere Ferrer, has expressed his concern about what he perceives as a concerted campaign, reflected in the recent paralysis of the appointment process for the second major position, for which Eduard Sallent was selected. Ferrer defends the legitimacy of the process and is confident that the alleged irregularities reported will not be confirmed, allowing the administrative appointment process to continue.
Unity and Strategic Vision
Support for Eduard Sallent has also been evident from the director of the Mossos d’Esquadra, who emphasizes the importance of creating this second major position to strengthen leadership in the Prefecture. It seeks to restore hierarchical normality within the police organization, while projecting itself into the future with the strategic horizon of the year 2030.
The Department of the Interior has expressed its intention to clarify certain legal aspects related to the Sallent training process at the Public Security Institute of Catalonia, and is preparing an appeal in response to the suspension of the course. In this context, Pere Ferrer has stressed the importance of preserving the professionalism of the police, avoiding its politicization or the politicization of the institution.
Modernization and Future Challenges
The director of the Mossos d’Esquadra has highlighted the need to modernize the police force, introducing new technologies and projecting the organization into the future. He emphasizes the importance of providing optimal conditions to the Catalan police, increasing staff, integrating into international databases, and strengthening the capacity to carry out monitoring and investigations abroad.
Pere Ferrer has reiterated that the professionalization of the police does not depend solely on political leadership, but also on the training and resources provided to agents. In addition, the crucial role that the Catalan police will play in the security of this summer’s Copa América in Barcelona has been highlighted, as well as in maritime surveillance and airspace control through the use of drones and other technologies.
