The island-wide strike launched by the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA) will be temporarily concluded from 8.00 a.m. today (06), bringing a pause to the disruption in public health services.
The trade union had initiated the strike over a series of concerns, including allegations surrounding the politicization of the doctors’ transfer process.
Announcing the latest development, GMOA Secretary Dr. Prabath Sugathadasa stated that the decision to suspend the strike was taken in light of an opportunity to engage in discussions with the Minister of Health.
The meeting is scheduled for April 9, upon the return of Health Minister Dr. Nalinda Jayatissa, who is currently overseas.
The GMOA expressed hope that the upcoming dialogue would pave the way for addressing their concerns, as the temporary suspension offers a window for negotiations between the medical professionals and the government.
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