SA Ambulance Service

In reply to Mr PICTON (Kaurna) (26 July 2019). (Estimates Committee B)

The Hon. S.G. WADE (Minister for Health and Wellbeing): I have been advised:

1. The 2019-20 budget provides increased funding to SAAS. I refer the member to the clarification provided during the estimates committee as to interpretation of FTE estimates.

2. SAAS is exploring with staff and the relevant union how changes to its operating model could improve access to breaks for staff..

3. The procurement process has taken longer than initially anticipated.

4. SAAS has sought and received approval to directly negotiate a short-term contract with the existing supplier, Mercedes-Benz Vans. During the next 12 months, SAAS will commence a new procurement process, exercising due caution.

5. I am advised the document 'A consultation paper for support services model corporate services' was prepared as a discussion document only and was still only in draft form.