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NAPE demonstrates against cuts at Eastern Health

NAPE/NUPGE members demonstrate against cuts at Eastern Health.

St. John's (05 June 2012) -  Approximately 100 members of the Newfoundland and Labrador Association of Public and Private Employees (NAPE/NUPGE) employed by Eastern Health held a demonstration at St. Clare’s Hospital on  May 31 to protest against recently announced cuts stemming from the health authority's “Operational Improvements” plan.

Carol Furlong (above) with members at demonstration against cuts at Eastern Health.

NAPE/NUPGE represents over 25,000 public and private sector workers across Newfoundland and Labrador, including over 5500 workers at Eastern Health.

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