Pharmacy Staff (Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants) at Canterbury DHB have voted to lift their strike notice after receiving an offer from the employer on Thursday 5th September.
Six hundred psychologists employed by District Health Boards have begun a four-week partial strike today.
Nelson Marlborough DHB’s budget deficit has blown out to $20.5 million with the DHB placing part of the blame on $8.5 million they have earmarked for Holidays Act remediation payments.
The release of suicide statistics showing the number of people committing suicide has reached its highest-ever level is an unwelcome reminder that the Government is not doing enough to address New Zealander’s mental health needs.
Further strike action is an inevitable consequence of the continued failure by Canterbury DHB to make any offer in settlement for their collective agreement.
Pharmacy Staff (Pharmacists, Pharmacy Technicians and Pharmacy Assistants) at Canterbury DHB are set to commence strike action for 4 days.
Psychologists employed by District Health Boards have voted in favour of further strike action.
