The Caucus of Medical Parliamentarians Sri Lanka convened 0n 06th August 2024 to discuss several crucial proposals put forth by the Government Medical Officers’ Association (GMOA). The meeting was chaired by Hon. (Prof.) Channa Jayasumana.
During the meeting, the GMOA presented a series of proposals aimed at enhancing the working conditions and recognition of medical officers. The key proposals included the introduction of a duty covering-up allowance for specialist-grade medical officers and grade medical officers, as well as the establishment of an exclusive service category and salary code under the designation of the Sri Lanka Medical Service.
The Caucus of Medical Parliamentarians expressed its support for these proposals, agreeing to them in principle. The Caucus has committed to forwarding these recommendations to the Ministry of Health for further consideration and implementation.
In a positive development, the minister of Health Hon (Dr.) Ramesh Pathirana and the State Minister Hon (Dr.) (Mrs.) Seetha Arambepola agreed to these proposals in principle, signaling a collaborative effort to advance the interests of medical professionals in Sri Lanka.
The Government Medical Officers Association expressed its appreciation for the activities of the Caucus in supporting the development of the health sector and the development of medical officers in Sri Lanka.
The meeting was attended by members of the Caucus Health Minister Hon. (Dr.) Ramesh Pathirana, State Minister Hon. (Dr.) (Mrs.) Seetha Arambepola, Members of Parliament Hon. (Dr.) Rajitha Senarathne, Hon. (Dr.) (Mrs.) Sudarshini Fernandopulle, Hon. (Dr.) Thilak Rajapakshe.
