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SWRHA Sends Home 124 Daily-Paid Workers, Then Recalls Termination Letters

SWRHA recalled termination letters issued to 124 daily-paid workers after union intervention. The union seeks explanations and talks as workers’ job status, possible contractor replacement and outstanding overtime remain unclear.

Photo via Guardian · from NUGFW: 124 SWRHA workers sent home

4 reports from 2 outlets · First reported Fri, Oct 16

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Updated Oct 20, 2026

SWRHA sent home 124 daily-paid cleaning and maintenance workers, who were told their temporary jobs had ended.
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SWRHA reportedly recalled the termination letters, and the union told workers to report for duty normally.
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The minister cited an efficiency and value-for-money review, while the union says workers were not consulted or clearly informed.
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It remains unclear whether workers will retain their jobs, receive outstanding overtime, or be replaced by contractors.
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Oct 20, 2026

Young mother fears for baby’s future after SWRHA layoffs

A young mother and 123 other daily-paid workers at the South-West Regional Health Authority were told their jobs were no longer needed, leaving families worried about bills and basic needs. The union says the authority has given no clear explanation and claims the move could be replacing daily-paid staff with contractors, while management and the Health Minister have not clarified the situation.

Oct 18, 2026

LAY-OFF LETTERS RECALLED FOR 124 SWRHA WORKERS

The South-West Regional Health Authority has reportedly withdrawn termination letters issued to 124 daily-rated maintenance workers, and the NUGFW has told them to report for duty as normal. The union says it was not consulted and is seeking urgent talks with SWRHA leadership, warning that the workers’ livelihoods and job security are at stake.

Oct 18, 2026

Union: SWRHA recalling termination letters for workers

The South-West Regional Health Authority has reportedly recalled termination letters sent to daily-rated workers, after the NUGFW raised concerns and secured a meeting with the CEO for Friday. Minister Roodal Moonilal denied claims that 124 workers were being dismissed, saying the move followed an HR and industrial relations review based on efficiency and value for money.

Oct 17, 2026

NUGFW: 124 SWRHA workers sent home

The South-West Regional Health Authority has sent home 124 daily-paid workers, prompting the National Union of Government and Federated Workers to demand an explanation and payment of any outstanding overtime. The union says the workers, who handled cleaning and maintenance duties at health facilities, were not consulted before being told their temporary jobs had ended.

SWRHA Sends Home 124 Daily-Paid Workers, Then Recalls Termination Letters

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