Specialist paramedic teams to shut down before Christmas

St John ambulance has announced the closure of its specialist paramedic teams before Christmas. This decision arises from a lack of funding, as revealed in an internal email.

The paramedic teams provide crucial support to police and firefighters during emergencies. Their closure raises concerns about the availability of specialist medical assistance in urgent situations. St John's inability to secure necessary funding has led to this significant reduction in emergency services. Further details on the impact of this decision on public safety have not yet been disclosed.

Originally reported by RNZ New Zealand Headlines.