The police may request assistance in performing their duties from the Defence Forces or other agencies – for example when special equipment or competency is required. The operation itself remains under the command of the police. Military units (brigades) usually keep a company under readiness for assistance at all times; the turn rotates among companies and requires them to forego regular leave.
The police may seek support from military units (brigades) in performing their tasks – especially when specialized equipment or abilities are required. The operation itself remains under police control. Military brigades typically maintain a company on high alert for assistance at all times; the rotation necessitates them to miss regular leave.