Latvian hospital fires dozens of medics with Russian, Belarus citizenship

The Daugavpils Regional Hospital in Latvia has terminated the employment of 49 staff members holding Russian and Belarusian citizenship, the hospital’s press office said.

The hospital clarified that the dismissals were carried out in compliance with Latvia’s National Security Law, which prohibits citizens of Belarus and Russia from working at critical infrastructure facilities, per Caliber.Az.

“Daugavpils Regional Hospital is a critical infrastructure facility, and the institution is obliged to comply with national security regulations. In light of these restrictions, employment contracts with 49 staff members were terminated,” the statement said.

Among those dismissed were 29 mid-level and junior medical staff, including 11 who were of retirement age, and 20 support staff, including three retirees.

The hospital stated that it is taking measures to ensure continued operations and uninterrupted medical care for patients following the dismissals. Vacancies will also be posted to replace the employees who were let go.

By Khagan Isayev