Monday's public sector strike: Fesinap expects “strong” turnout in schools and health services

Fesinap expects "strong" turnout for public sector strike on Monday

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Public sector strike affects schools and the health sector

Schools, hospitals, and health centres were the sectors most affected by this Monday's strike.

Public sector strike this Monday may mainly affect health and education

The Fesinap secretary-general anticipated a “strong” turnout for the strike, especially in the health and education sectors.

Public sector strike this Monday may mainly affect health and education

The Fesinap secretary-general anticipated a “strong” turnout for the strike, especially in the health and education sectors.

Schools and hospitals to be most affected by public sector strike

Public sector workers are observing a 24-hour strike this Monday, with health and education expected to be the most affected sectors, according to the secretary-general of Fesinap. The strike, called by the National Federation of Independent Unions of Public Administration and Public Purpose Entities (Fesinap), began at midnight and will continue...