Government moves to address working conditions of medical interns amid concerns
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June 24, 2026
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Minister of Health and Wellness Dr Christopher Tufton says he has instructed the Regional Health Authorities (RHAs) and the University Hospital of the West Indies (UHWI) to act immediately to address the working conditions of medical interns who have taken protest action to object to what they describe as an “exploitative” working environment.
In a statement today, Tufton said that, effective immediately, the RHAs and UHWI are to implement measures, including facility inspections, with a comprehensive physical audit of all intern accommodation facilities to be completed within 72 hours.
It was indicated that the findings are to be submitted to the Permanent Secretary’s Office no later than Friday, June 26.
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