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Ambulance talks break off

Workers walked off the job Monday morning citing a toxic work environment. The owners say service has not been affected.

Published on August 6, 2010; Published on August 6, 2010
Brodie Thomas

Talks between 11 former workers with MacKenzie's Ambulance Service and the owners of the company have broken off.

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The workers' lawyer, Andrew Parsons, said the two sides were unable to negotiate a suitable work schedule.

The comapny wants workers to adopt a six day on, three day off schedule. Workers do not agree with the schedule because it only gives every fifth or sixth weekend off.

Check Monday's edtion of The Gulf News for details on the dispute.

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