Military personnel are to assist with driving vehicles and moving less seriously ill patients
East Midlands Ambulance Service said up to half of its workforce were members of the striking GMB unionMilitary personnel are being drafted in to help an ambulance service when workers walk out on strike next week.
East Midlands Ambulance Service said military colleagues would help with driving vehicles and moving less seriously ill patients.The service also has a small number of Unite members."While we continue to fully respect the right of NHS staff to take lawful and peaceful action, as an ambulance service, the most important thing for us is that we are able to provide emergency care to our patients when they need it," he said.
Patients have been warned of ambulance delays on strike days due to there being fewer vehicles available.
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