Ghana should provide free health care- NGO Sep 23, 2009
Accra, Sept. 23, GNA - Essential Service Platform, a non governmental organisation (NGO) on Tuesday urged the government to take the financial opportunity offered by the UK and other European countries to make free healthcare a reality. A statement signed by Madam Justin Morgan -Oxfam, country Director of Essential Services Platform stated that while pregnant women were eligible for free healthcare children did not have that guarantee ... It said a report entitled: "Your Money or Your Life,"... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
An essential service Sep 17, 2009
Place an obit: (559) 441-6228. Web Search powered by YAHOO. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
LETTER: A defense of Congressman Tierney Sep 16, 2009
This does not mean that a cost containment initiative that aims at providing an essential service at the least possible cost is not a proper endeavor. It is, as long as the core function of the service is maintained. (Swampscott Reporter, MA)
South Africa: SARS Employees Threaten Strike Over Pay Increase Sep 7, 2009
The Labour Court will rule this morning on a bid by SARS for an urgent interdict to halt the strike, on grounds that its employees provide an essential service. SARS spokesman Adrian Lackay told Business Day that for now the strike was "protected" by the timing of the court's decision. (allAfrica.com)
Lack of staff threatens rail chaos Sep 6, 2009
How can they run an essential service on a voluntary basis ... Shaun Hope, of Northampton Rail Users' Group, based in one of the largest towns served by London Midland, said: "It's a shambles. How can they run an essential service on a voluntary basis? It's an astonishing way to operate a train service.". (BBC News -- UK)
Ward Connerly: Don't raise taxes, but do reform prisons Sep 4, 2009
Most of us are quick to cut "waste, fat and abuse," but we have enormous difficulty finding agreement on what is wasteful, obese and abusive government and what is an essential service. For my part, a good place to begin is with an evaluation of our prison system. (Sacramento Bee -- Opinion)
Cheney, Bush Disagreed Over Striking Iran Sep 1, 2009
Do you not consider medical attention to be an essential service like fire or police protection. If so, why. (CBS News)
School override's pros, cons presented Aug 28, 2009
But it s not the only essential service provided by our tax dollars. In the last ten years, Arizona s educational budget has increased by 86% while Public Safety has declined over 16. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
CQ: Some Obama promises must wait Aug 18, 2009
Though New Orleans economy is weathering the recession fairly well, the report says some districts continue to have high numbers of vacant and blighted residences, and that essential service workers cant afford fair market rents. And while 16 additional schools opened in the New Orleans area in the previous 12 months, the entire area remains vulnerable to storm-related flooding. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Senior news Aug. 13 edition Aug 15, 2009
Benefits include the satisfaction in providing this essential service, training, support and recognition. For more information, call Minuteman Senior Services at 781-272-7177 or toll free at 888-222-6171 or e-mail dbarr@minutemansenior. (Concord Journal, MA)
Decoupling in a Downturn Aug 7, 2009
If this is the case then one must challenge the belief they are an essential service ... Much like CATV and telephone companies have done for decades, in addition to providing a basic essential service they could potentially commercialize optional real-time energy data services and the in-home devices to consumers and businesses for demand management. (Energy Pulse, CO)
HSWU decries exclusion of members from pay rise Aug 7, 2009
The communiqu=E9 indicated that the public health sector still played critical roles in the country's health delivery system, hence its recognition as an essential service provider under sections 162 and 175 of the Labour Act , 2003 (Act 651). It recalled that the implementation of the Health Sector Salary Scale -2 (HSS-2) in 2006, revealed so many discrepancies which were yet to be resolved. (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Migrant workers face rental block Aug 4, 2009
"I felt horrified, that in this modern day, the provision of housing is being withheld from people who need it because of their nationality or their race. Housing is an essential service that everyone needs over their head.". All of the agents featured in the undercover filming on this web page were approached about the findings. (BBC News)
Public option on health care bad Aug 2, 2009
But there is another sinister element of Obama s healthcare takeover mandated coverage of abortion on demand would be an essential service required under Federal law to be provided by all employers. Call and write your congressman and senators. (Lake Wales News, FL)
South Africa: City Strikes Persist While Mines Settle Jul 29, 2009
com: South Africa: Mines Settle, City Strike Persists (Page 1 of 1). South Africa: Mines Settle, City Strike Persists. (allAfrica.com)
Local kids involved in many events Jul 19, 2009
It was bad enough that customers of Southland Utility Company went without water as a recent outage robbed them of the essential service. But the problem was exacerbated when vandals severely damaged one of the service panels that control the systems. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Shelter rent upsets residents Jul 12, 2009
Despite the complaints, the women said the women s shelter is an essential service in Mason City. One woman echoed others comments when she said while she felt she needed to speak out, she was equally concerned that speaking out would endanger its operation. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
Africa: The 'Change We Need'? - Obama in Ghana Jul 11, 2009
That the state means something to Ghanaians - well worth risking to promote democratic governance - is rooted in a culture of essential service provisioning by the state, began in the 1960s. When Obama reflects on these he may be minded to apologise for the CIA's role in overthrowing the democratically elected government of Kwame Nkrumah to satisfy Cold War strategic interests. (allAfrica.com)
Mobile broadband notspots mapped Jul 10, 2009
"With mobiles now treated as an essential service rather than a luxury, there is more pressure than ever before on mobile companies to give consumers a fair deal and make mobile services accessible to all," she added. Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Technology)
Stimulus money well spent on Pescadero's Puente program Jul 9, 2009
The program also shines a spotlight on Puente, one of the most essential service organizations in all of San Mateo County. The organization notes on its Web site that nearly four out of 10 of the people in the community it serves earn less than 15,000 a year. (Half Moon Bay Review, CA)
It would be absurd to leave firefighting to market forces Jul 8, 2009
An essential service such as firefighting is far too critical to be left to the private market. Robert FoleyReading. (Boston Globe -- Editorial)
Hope for sacked doctors? Jul 3, 2009
considering the facts faced by the medical professionals, it is not improbable that they may find a sympathetic judge wishing to administer his own medicine to an apparently obstinate employer," he said. He added, however, that doctors' behaviour was "risky" and they should refrain from resorting to illegal industrial action irrespective of the legitimacy of their concerns, especially in the case of essential service workers. Botes' comments came as calls increased for the dismissed doctors to... (iAfrica.com)
South Africa: Total Hospital Shutdown in Five Provinces Jul 1, 2009
July said doctors were essential service providers defined by the Labour Relations Act, and were prohibited from striking. Department of Health spokesman Fidel Hadebe said the department would issue a statement today regarding the "alleged" dismissal letters given to certain striking doctors. (allAfrica.com)
Striking KZN doctors fired Jun 30, 2009
"Health is an essential service and when not provided it compromises the health and safety of the community. Patients have a right to health," he said. Sheer lunacy. (iAfrica.com)
KZN doctors dismissed Jun 30, 2009
"Health is an essential service and when not provided it compromises the health and safety of the community. Patients have a right to health," he said. Democratic Alliance health spokespersoan John Steenhuisen said it was "sheer lunacy" that the health department could even consider dismissing doctors. (iAfrica.com)
'Doctors must return to work' Jun 27, 2009
Meanwhile, striking doctors in KwaZulu-Natal were issued an ultimatum by health MEC Sibongiseni Dhlomo on Friday who vowed tougher action should the essential service workers not return to their posts ... "We as the department of health are designated as an essential service provider and therefore find the action of these health professionals (is) disrupting service delivery and compromising patients' lives," Dhlomo told reporters. (iAfrica.com)
Nurses' dim view of fees Jun 26, 2009
"As an essential service, we don't understand why we should be penalised in this way.". The Minister for Health, John Della Bosca, said yesterday that he would consider the nurses' claim. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Modern Britain? Jun 17, 2009
In the UK the Prime Minister Gordon Brown wrote in the The Times today that "a fast internet connection is now seen by most of the public as an essential service, as indispensable as electricity, gas and water.". Locking content. (BBC News -- Technology)
BBC licence fee 'could be shared' Jun 16, 2009
Gordon Brown said fast internet was now "an essential service, as indispensable as electricity, gas and water". In October 2008, Minister for Communications Lord Carter began work on a plan aimed at securing the UK's place at the head of the new media age. (BBC News -- UK)
Brown outlines his Digital Britain Jun 16, 2009
"Whether it is to work online, study, learn new skills, pay bills or simply stay in touch with friends and family, a fast internet connection is now seen by most of the public as an essential service, as indispensable as electricity, gas and water.". Mr Brown said he believed investment in the information and communications industries could help the country move "from recession to recovery". (ITV news, UK -- News)
Clever? The odds are still against you Jun 6, 2009
They stay in business because they provide an "essential service". But if they didn't make money they wouldn't exist so just how do they make money. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Gov given ultimatum Jun 6, 2009
Prison guards are designated an essential service and are generally prohibited from taking certain, more dramatic, labour actions such as strikes. Interdict. (iAfrica.com)
Callaway Nuclear Plant receives national award Jun 5, 2009
Mike Cleary, Callaway Nuclear Power plant spokesman, said the Callaway project involved replacing the original 30-inch diameter carbon steel buried piping in the essential service water system with 1,600 feet of new 36-inch diameter HDPE piping. Cleary said the system has two redundant sets of piping that supply water to certain safety-related equipment. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Kelso council rejects skateboard park bid Jun 4, 2009
Bettyswalls wrote on Jun 3, 2009 10:21 AM:" Skate parks are not an essential service of government. Unless the money is coming directly from park impact fees. ". TRIXIE wrote on Jun 3, 2009 10:21 AM:" i just wish the city and cummunity understood the impact this is having on the youth. what kind of an example are we setting? start a project and never finish? 9 years are you kidding me.ive lost faith. i truly apologize to all of our kids for stringing them along all this time. ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
AfDB and OECD Organize Conference on "Contracting Out Core Government Functions and Services in Fragile and Post-Conflict Situations" Jun 3, 2009
Many solutions designed not only to mitigate the impact of the crisis on African economies, but also to enhance state and capacity building and guarantee effective essential service delivery by the state have been proposed by experts and discussed during various conferences ... These functions and essential services include public finance management, water supply, customs, tax recovery, security, auditing, health and education. (allAfrica.com)
Feds, state offer aid to victims of floods May 28, 2009
A few hours before the federal declaration was announced, several people seeking assistance at the Holly Hill essential service center were questioning why the president had not declared the region a federal disaster area so they could get assistance from FEMA. ... Officials with the state Department of Children & Families are helping at the essential service centers to replace food for people who are on food stamps and lost their food in the storm. (Daytona Beach News Journal)
Implement projects devoid of partisan consideration May 24, 2009
He announced that as part of measures to accelerate the provision of such an essential service to people living notably in the deprived communities, government this year had allocated an amount of GH 30 million from its own resources as an investment into the water and sanitation sub sector. The amount was to enable the Community Water and Sanitation Agency (CWSA) to work according to its planned activities in line with the Strategic Investment Plan (SIP) developed for the sub sector, the VEEP... (Ghana Web, Ghana)
Academics tot up costs of mobiles May 23, 2009
"Mobile phones are not a luxury but now an essential service and need to be treated as such. Missing out, paying over the odds or being given the run around by companies should no longer be acceptable.". Bookmark with. (BBC News -- Technology)
Letters to the editor, May 21 May 21, 2009
However, a Town Meeting that rubber-stamped the destruction of the B-Line, an essential service for the needy at little expense, hasn t enough thoughtful members left to stand up for anything. Anne Rowe. (Burlington Union, MA)
A good idea is being ignored (23) May 19, 2009
The key difference is that the Democrats start with a ramped-up current service level, which has been renamed essential service level, whereas the Republicans would hold spending even with the current biennium instead of ramping it up for expected increases in expenses. The GOP approach would require pay and expense freezes all over the place. (Albany Democrat-Herald, OR)
Pointer's Subsidiary to Acquire 51% in CAR2GO May 17, 2009
"Shagrir, Pointer Israeli subsidiary is the major player in the car services industry in Israel and aims to increase its operations into new fields in Israel and to further penetrate into new countries. Car sharing service which is an alternative for car ownership and for taxi services, is rapidly spreading in urban areas worldwide. Car sharing significantly contributes to the environment and saves costs and time to the large urban population. The investment in this essential service is based on... (PR Newswire)
Saving face in Indonesia May 14, 2009
Billboards touting or cellular plans display the logo prominently, assuring buyers they'll have access to what is now an essential service for many. Don't Miss. (CNN -- International)
Colorado doctor under investigation for practicing in Wyoming without a license May 13, 2009
Dr. David Fall, one of Big Horns pediatricians, says its an essential service to the community. He knows Dr. Khan and respects her work. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
Issues remain as buyer sought for Statler May 12, 2009
While negotiations are under way with two utilities that provide essential service to the 18-story Niagara Square landmark, at least one tenant has asked the court for permission to break its lease because of the building s uncertain fate. That request was made by Erie County Bar Association Aid to Indigent Prisoners Society Inc., which leases nearly 5,000 square feet on the Statler s sixth floor. (Buffalo Business First, NY)
Letters to the editor: May 7 edition May 8, 2009
Joey and Joel Wechsler Windingwood Lane Child care is an essential service. The School Committee meeting of April 30 and the revised RFP for lease of space in the Hartwell Building did not, as I had hoped, reassure me that the Lincoln Schools seek to serve the needs of Lincoln residents in their management of the buildings on the Lincoln campus. (Lincoln Journal, MA)
/R E P E A T -- Invitation - Launch of an innovative food assistance program/ May 6, 2009
As the current economic context becomes even more difficult, this essential service will be called upon to continue to grow. When : Wednesday, May 6th, 2009 10:00 am Where : St-Raymond Centre, Upper Lachine West and East Rooms 5600 Upper Lachine, Notre-Dame-de-Gr ce, Montreal What : Official launch of a fresh fruit and vegetable distribution program Presentation of objectives for 2009 Revealing the identity of the star spokesperson Who : Johanne Th;roux, Executive Director, Moisson Montreal... (Canada Newswire)
Ethical guidelines for directors are a waste of time May 4, 2009
SAA is not an essential service. If the state is serious about delivery, then this airline should be listed and if investors think it is viable, they will buy shares in it. (Business Report, South Africa)
Ideal medium May 2, 2009
Page last updated at 20:27 GMT, Friday, 1 May 2009 21:27 UK. How to make a swine flu vaccine. (BBC News -- Health)
How to prepare for a pandemic Apr 30, 2009
As well, the federal and provincial governments have stockpiled 55 million doses and outlined "priority" groups in the case of a pandemic, including those at a high risk of dying from the illness and essential service and health care workers. Individual hospitals and institutions across the country also have supplies, added Dr. Taylor, who until recently sat on the committee that developed the Public Health Agency's pandemic influenza plan. (Globe and Mail -- Business)
Navasota keeps watch on flu status Apr 29, 2009
Restrict the entry of people into the facility to only workers and essential service personnel. Prevent international visitors from entering your facilities. (Navasota Examiner, TX)
NRC chairman visits Callaway Nuclear Plant Apr 28, 2009
Brenner said one of the aspects of particular interest to Klein was the new polycarbonate pipes the first set was replaced in December 2008, the second at the beginning of this month that comprise the essential service water system that replaced the old steam generators. He said the work appeared to be well-done. (Fulton Sun, MO)
County ponders future of rural TV Apr 28, 2009
Some people think this is an essential service, commissioner Jill Shockley Siggins said during a work session Tuesday on the subject ... BS wrote on Apr 23, 2009 5:01 PM:" The county should not operate a commercial venture. I also can't believe that some people think TV is an essential service. It is not a right granted to us by the govt. Well, not yet. Obama may change that. But the county should not be spending my tax dollars so that some people who don't want to pay for TV can watch it for... (Cody Enterprise, WY)
Search Continues for Airline Service Apr 15, 2009
Updated: April 14, 2009 at 17:48 pm. BY FLORENCE GILKESON: SENIOR WRITER. (The Pilot Newspaper)
State Bank of India, Macquarie Raise $1 Billion to Invest in Ports, Plants Apr 6, 2009
Investments will be made in traditional infrastructure assets that generate long term identifiable cash flows, and that exhibit essential service characteristics, the State Bank said in the statement. To contact the reporter on this story: M.C. in Mumbai at. (Bloomberg -- Australia & New Zealand)
SBI, Macquarie launch Infra Fund Apr 6, 2009
Investments of this private equity fund will be made in traditional infrastructure assets that generate long term cash flows, and that exhibit essential service characteristics. Macquarie Group is a global provider of banking, financial, advisory, investment and funds management services. (India Times)
Quality Reigns at The International Fine Art Fair The Park Avenue Armory, Park Avenue at 67(th) Street, New York City May 1-5, 2009 Apr 2, 2009
The vetting committees provide an essential service at the fair, examining each and every work of art, their distinguished membership including specialists from both the museum and commercial art worlds. Preview Opening for The Frick Collection. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
B.C. paramedics set up picket lines Apr 2, 2009
Essential service legislation ensures ambulances will stay on the road, but the province's 35,000 paramedics will refuse administrative or other duties. Mr. Strohmaier says his members are paid as much as 23 per cent less than some paramedics in Ontario and he says the B.C. union is holding out for a four year contract containing total increases of 16 per cent.. (Globe and Mail -- National)
B.C. paramedics reject government plea Apr 1, 2009
The strike won't affect routine ambulance service because of essential service rules, but the workers will refuse administrative and some other duties. The union is seeking a 16 per cent wage increase over four years while the government is offering three per cent over one year and a signing bonus. (Globe and Mail)
Longview officials, union employees laud furlough agreement Mar 29, 2009
It would be impractical for police and firefighters to take unpaid furloughs because emergency responders provide an essential service, Gregory said. Employee furloughs in those departments would result in overtime pay to keep staffing at the proper level. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Government services: Discussion questions which ones should stay local Mar 28, 2009
So, it s an issue and we will have to have conversations on what is an essential service because services will change, said the Marion mayor ... So we have to ask, What are the essential services we want the government to provide for us and are we will to pay for it. (Hartford City News-Times, IN)
Childcare rebate should be axed: group Mar 27, 2009
"The needs of kids, mums, dads and carers in delivering the essential service of child care must come before the profits of shareholders," Greens senator Sarah Hanson-Young said in a statement. The government's childcare inquiry was prompted by the collapse last year of ABC Learning, the nation's largest private provider. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Newsweek: In defense of the Kindle Mar 24, 2009
In a world without the high fixed costs of printing and distribution, as the distance between writers and their audiences shrinks, what essential service will Random House and Simon & Schuster provide. If the answer is primarily cultural arbitration and editing, the publishing behemoths might dwindle while a much lighter-weight model of publishing emerges. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Why aid workers put their lives on the line Mar 22, 2009
For many Somalis, this lifesaving service became financially inaccessible, so a population of 100,000 people were left without this essential service. We feared that many women would probably die. (Globe and Mail -- International)
Library budget cuts put book borrowing at risk Mar 16, 2009
"It's an essential service that people need, just as much as they need services from the department of public works, from the fire department, from the police department, from the schools.". When cities and towns must cut libraries, though, the state board will grant waivers to preserve their certification - as long as that community can demonstrate that the library budget has not been singled out for unusually deep cuts. (Boston Globe)
What's the point of mosquitoes? Mar 15, 2009
Although their existence may seem pointless to us, for the Dengue Fever and Malaria viruses they provide an essential service. Garth Clarke, North Sydney. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
