Labor disputes reported at Concepción Hospital and Bariloche Municipality

In Chile, the National Federation of University Professionals of Health Services (Fenpruss) has denounced the dismantling of professional teams at the Guillermo Grant Benavente Hospital in Concepción. The union expressed concern over organizational changes following a new administration, specifically citing the removal of professionals from critical areas and changes to intermediate leadership roles. Fenpruss argued that these moves lack technical justification and create uncertainty. Additionally, the union is demanding solutions for 225 contract workers who reportedly met the requirements for permanent status but were denied positions.

In Argentina, the Soyem union has challenged the displacement of a permanent staff member from a hierarchical position within the Bariloche Municipal Infractions Court II. The union alleges irregularities regarding the worker's removal and the direct hiring of two political appointees by Mayor Walter Cortés. The municipal executive defended the move, stating the decision was made unanimously by the Qualification and Discipline Board in response to allegations of workplace violence within the department.