… Instead of Undermining Employment Security for RFDS Staff
The Tasmanian Greens today accused Health Minister Lara Giddings of placing the electoral interests of the Bartlett Government ahead of the best interests of rural and remote Tasmanians who may need the Launceston-based Royal Flying Doctor Service (RFDS), after Minister Giddings acknowledged that the RFDS is under review, but that any decision on its future will be delayed until after the next State election.
Greens Health spokesperson Cassy O’Connor MP said that instead of recognising and supporting the vital service provided by the RFDS, the Bartlett Government is undermining employment security for the RFDS staff until 2011.
“The Bartlett Government and Minister Giddings are clearly placing their own electoral interests ahead of the best interests of the RFDS by delaying any decision on the future of the Service until after the next State election,” said Ms O’Connor.
“The RFDS has a proud history of saving lives across Australia. They have been operating out of Launceston since 1997, providing a first-class service for rural and remote Tasmanians in need of assistance.”
“Minister Giddings must cease undermining RFDS staff and service, and instead publicly recognise and support the vital role they play in Tasmania,” said Ms O’Connor.
Cassy O’Connor MP Greens Health Spokesperson
