Sri Lanka: Government medical officers plan to strike nationwide 08:00-12:00 Oct. 13

Event

Unionized government medical officers under the Government Medical Officers' Association plan to strike nationwide 08:00-12:00 Oct. 13. The action is to demand the government improve working conditions.

Service disruptions are likely at government healthcare facilities nationwide. Associated demonstrations are possible; potential protest sites include hospitals or government buildings. Authorities will probably increase security, including deploying additional personnel, at any gathering sites. Localized business and transport disruptions are possible near any demonstration. While protests will likely be peaceful, clashes between demonstrators and security personnel remain possible. Officials may disperse any action that they deem to violate COVID-19 protocols.

Advice

Confirm medical appointments at government healthcare facilities Oct. 13 as a precaution. Plan for medical service delays. If possible, contact healthcare facilities in advance for information about wait times, which could vary among hospitals and clinics. Avoid any possible demonstrations as a precaution. Plan for possible localized disruptions near any protest sites.