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Healthcare workers welcome bonus

Ms. Althea Tucker, Ward Manager: “It shows that they’re thinking about us.”

Healthcare workers are satisfied with His Excellency, Dr. Mohamed Irfaan Ali’s recent announcement of a two-week bonus in December.

On Thursday, at ceremony to commence the retrofitting of the Leonora Diagnostic Hospital on the West Coast Demerara into a Smart hospital, President Ali announced all healthcare professionals will be given a two-week bonus in December.

Following this, the Department of Public Information spoke with several healthcare workers who expressed their gratitude to the Government for recognising their hard work.

During his COVID-19 update on Friday, Minister of Health, Hon. Dr. Frank Anthony said the bonus for healthcare workers is well deserved.

“As you know, they’ve been working very hard during this pandemic. This extra two weeks’ pay is going to help and I think everyone that I’ve spoken to so far is complementing the Government.”

He said the administrative measures will be put in place to ensure that the people benefit. The Minister also gave assurances that the Government is working to ensure that all clinical as well as auxiliary staff receive their bonuses.

Mr. Ishaku Zechriah, Registered Nurse, GPHC: “I think it is encouraging, particularly [since] there has been multiple agitation to compensate for the increased workload and risks associated with the pandemic. I think the President’s response is appropriate.
Ms. Lancelyn Lawrence Employee Assistant Officer, GPHC: “I’m happy to know that the President is thinking about the healthcare workers.”
Ms. Claudia Hinds, Administrative Manager (Ag), GPHC (Pharmaceuticals): “Well I must say I am happy and I am very thankful for that.”
Dr. Diana Singh, Paediatrician, GPHC: “I actually heard about this this morning and it was quite exciting news for everybody. It’s all everybody can talk about at the moment.”