CroatiaThe article reports on the challenges faced by Split's Cleaning Service during the peak tourist season, highlighting a shortage of workers due to high absenteeism. With at least 80 staff members missing daily, the service is struggling to manage the increased waste generated by tourists. The lack of personnel has led to the suspension of a 500 euro bonus for those on sick leave, and the service is urgently seeking new employees. Residents express frustration over the cleanliness issues, particularly during the Ultra Europe festival weekend. The director of the cleaning service, Vlado Pehar, explains that bonuses will now be based on actual hours worked rather than sick leave. Mayor Tomislav Šuta mentions that the same names repeatedly take sick leave and suggests implementing a continuous recruitment process. He also notes that some individuals improperly dispose of waste in other parts of the city and that legal entities have been caught dumping large amounts of trash. Šuta proposes stricter penalties for irresponsible waste disposal and plans to fund additional cleaning tasks through the city budget.
Bias read (Center): While the issue of waste management and staffing shortages is politically relevant, the article presents a balanced view of the situation, including perspectives from both the cleaning service director and the mayor. It does not overtly favor any particular political stance but focuses on the local,
