The Regional Cancer Treatment Service, caring for patients across the middle of the North Island, hasn't been allowed to recruit needed doctors.

An internal report 18 months ago recommended hiring four senior doctors, one part time, but none have been.

The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director, Sarah Dalton says the report was never officially signed off.

"Not only have they not appointed extra staff or approved the process to appoint extra staff, but they haven't put any mitigations in place to recognise the extra work being done by the remaining doctors."

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The Regional Cancer Treatment Service, caring for patients across the middle of the North Island, hasn't been allowed to recruit needed doctors.
An internal report 18 months ago recommended hiring four senior doctors, one part time, but none have been.
The Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director, Sarah Dalton says the report was never officially signed off.
"Not only have they not appointed extra staff or approved the process to appoint extra staff, but they haven't put any mitigations in place to recognise the extra work being done by the remaining doctors."
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With a straight down the middle approach, Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive on Newstalk ZB delivers the very latest news and views to New Zealanders as they wrap up their day.

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Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director on Regional Cancer Treatment Service being held back from recruiting needed staff

On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 17 June 2024, it has been an embarrassing start to the Prime Minister's trip to Japan - after the Defence Force plane carrying the delegation broke down. Political Correspondent Jason Walls speaks to Heather from the centre of the drama - and later in the show Heather asks Finance Minister Nicola Willis whether it's time to buy a new plane.  

Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson has revealed she's been diagnosed with breastcancer. Ah-Leen Rayner from the Breast Cancer Foundation says she hopes more women will get themselves checked as a result of the news. 

Plus the Huddle debates the Government's new plans to allow granny flats to be built without a building consent. 

Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 

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On the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast for Monday, 17 June 2024, it has been an embarrassing start to the Prime Minister's trip to Japan - after the Defence Force plane carrying the delegation broke down. <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/jason-walls-political-editor-on-the-prime-ministers-delegation-to-japan/">Political Correspondent Jason Walls speaks to Heather from the centre of the drama</a> - <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/nicola-willis-finance-minister-on-the-costs-of-buying-a-new-plane/">and later in the show Heather asks Finance Minister Nicola Willis whether it's time to buy a new plane.  </a><a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/nicola-willis-finance-minister-on-the-costs-of-buying-a-new-plane/"> </a>
Green Party Co-leader Marama Davidson has revealed she's been diagnosed with breastcancer. <a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/ah-leen-rayner-breast-cancer-foundation-chief-executive-on-mammogram-accessibility/">Ah-Leen Rayner from the Breast Cancer Foundation says she hopes more women will get themselves checked as a result of the news. </a>
<a href="https://www.newstalkzb.co.nz/on-air/heather-du-plessis-allan-drive/audio/the-huddle-trish-sherson-and-josie-pagani-on-luxons-commercial-flight/">Plus the Huddle debates the Government's new plans to allow granny flats to be built without a building consent. </a>
Get the Heather du Plessis-Allan Drive Full Show Podcast every weekday evening on iHeartRadio, or wherever you get your podcasts. 
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Full Show Podcast: 17 June 2024

The BBC has reported that the Greek coastguard caused the deaths of dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean.

This happened over a three-year period, witnesses say, including nine who were deliberately thrown into the water.

BBC analysis found that more than 40 people alleged to have died.

UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis-Allan “The Greek government has long been accused of ‘forced returns’- which is illegal under international law.”

Grey said “The European Union has had some 263,000 sea arrivals in the last year alone – with Greece receiving 41,000.”

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The BBC has reported that the Greek coastguard caused the deaths of dozens of migrants in the Mediterranean. 
This happened over a three-year period, witnesses say, including nine who were deliberately thrown into the water. 
BBC analysis found that more than 40 people alleged to have died. 
UK Correspondent Gavin Grey told Heather du Plessis-Allan “The Greek government has long been accused of ‘forced returns’- which is illegal under international law.” 
Grey said “The European Union has had some 263,000 sea arrivals in the last year alone – with Greece receiving 41,000.” 
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Gavin Grey: UK Correspondent on allegations that Greek Coastguard threw migrants overboard

National promised in the last election to allow foreigners to buy $2m-plus properties - reversing a ban introduced by the previous Labour government – with exceptions for Australians and Singaporeans.

However, this was vetoed by National’s coalition partner - New Zealand First.

Sotheby's NZ Managing Director Mark Harris told Heather du Plessis-Allan “New Zealand’s always been of interest – but there’s definitely been a lot of interest of late.”

Harris said “We’re half-expecting that there might be an announcement that there might be some easing of the foreign buyer rule.”

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National promised in the last election to allow foreigners to buy $2m-plus properties - reversing a ban introduced by the previous Labour government – with exceptions for Australians and Singaporeans. 
However, this was vetoed by National’s coalition partner - New Zealand First. 
Sotheby's NZ Managing Director Mark Harris told Heather du Plessis-Allan “New Zealand’s always been of interest – but there’s definitely been a lot of interest of late.” 
Harris said “We’re half-expecting that there might be an announcement that there might be some easing of the foreign buyer rule.” 
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Sarah Dalton: Association of Salaried Medical Specialists Executive Director on Regional Cancer Treatment Service being held back from recruiting needed staff

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