Currently, in Belgium, the federal government is considering allocating rewards to hospital workers in conjunction with the outbreak of the emerging coronavirus (Covid-19). But the move sparked strong reactions, and the ICU nurse condemned the idea, calling it "insulting," pointing to other priorities.
For several weeks, health professionals have been working tirelessly to deal with the Corona pandemic, so it is natural for front-line health-care providers to benefit from a premium of 1,450 euros in the near future. Total rewards can reach 14.5 million euros.
The mechanism, the professionals concerned, and the amount have not been established yet, but the responses have been very clear. The Nurses Association said: “We consider this bonus an insult to all Coved 19 workers; all shadow workers who keep our country, and who are close to the danger. We mean bus drivers, cashiers, delivery personnel, police, paramedics, firefighters, and others Many ... not to mention our colleagues who are not concerned with dealing with HIV patients. "
"As a nursing association, we want Belgium's leaders and citizens to be aware of the reality of our profession, in nursing, not by applause and offering a one-time bonus," added the association's statement.