Popcru (Police and Prisons Civil Rights Union) said most of its workers are working in unpalatable conditions, which has worsened since the onset of COVID-19 pandemic. This is the reason it is requesting for an increase in the danger allowance of prison and health officials. The union further said: "Considering the dire conditions these officers find themselves in, their danger pay should be reviewed." Bheki Cele, Police Minister said - the pandemic is straining the already stretched resources of the police. Richard Mamabolo from Popcru mentioned that they've been observant with the working conditions of its members. He said: "Members work under difficult and strenuous conditions," he said.