Health unions strike today in six districts

Health trade unions on strike to stage protests in six districts today The island-wide strike launched by 18 trade unions in the health sector, including those affiliated with nursing, supplementary and paramedical services, entered its fourth consecutive day today (February 10).

Speaking on the matter, Co-convener of the Federation of Health Professionals, Saman Ratnapriya said nearly 65,000 health workers have joined this indefinite strike action which commenced at 7.00 a.m. Monday (Feb. 07).

He also stated that health workers on strike are planning to stage a series of protests in six districts including Matara, Badulla and Mahiyanganaya today, between 11.00 a.m. and 1.00 p.m.

As the discussions held with the Minister of Health yesterday had little to no effect in meeting their demands, the health sector trade unions decided to continue with their island-wide strike.