It’s
time for the Liberal Government to finally step up and commit to hiring full
time paramedics in regional areas, notably King and Flinders Island.
Shadow
Health Minister Anita Dow said the current COVID outbreak on King Island had
shone a light on the need for a permanent paramedic on our Bass Strait
islands.
“Right
now, on King and Flinders Island there are no permanent paramedics and their
ambulances are staffed by volunteers,” Ms Dow said.
“These
volunteers do a terrific job, however due to their location, they receive less
face to face support and training than others around the state.
“Labor
went to the election with a policy to hire permanent paramedics across the
state, including King Island and Flinders Island and the government should
commit to the same.
“The
current COVID outbreak on King Island makes the case for a permanent paramedic
stronger.
“I call on the Premier and Health Minister to hire more permanent paramedics in regional areas around the state, they are vital to keeping Tasmanians safe.”
Anita Dow MP
Shadow Health Minister
