People's Alliance leader Kris Austin (right) along with MLAs Rick DeSaulniers and Michelle Conroy. (Photo: People's Alliance of New Brunswick/Twitter)
Members of the People’s Alliance of New Brunswick have not decided if they will support controversial health-care reforms announced this week.
On Tuesday, health officials announced the overnight closure of emergency rooms in six rural communities.
More than 100 acute-care beds in those communities will also be turned into long-term care beds.
“There is no question that New Brunswick is in the midst of a healthcare crisis. We can’t ignore what the province is facing,” said a statement from the People’s Alliance on Thursday.
“However, it must be done in a way that ensures the health and safety of the people of this province aren’t put at risk.”
The party said it is listening to the concerns which people have and will do what is best for New Brunswickers and the long-term sustainability of the province’s health-care system.
“Once we have gathered all of the necessary information, we will be in a better position to make an informed decision on this critical matter,” said leader Kris Austin in the statement.
On Feb 19, the 2 health authorities in the province will address a leg committee on their plans to reform healthcare. In these tough times, changes to healthcare must be done in a way that ensures the health and safety of the people of this province aren’t put at risk. #nbpoli
— People's Alliance (@PANB_AGNB) February 13, 2020
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