COLOMBO (News 1st); The distribution of fuel for health staff will take place every Friday from today (24).

The Ministry of Health said that fuel will be issued to the health staff at 74 selected filling stations across the country.

However, many health workers, including doctors had to wait for hours to purchase fuel, despite the priority.

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