Medical union denounces government's refusal to swear in former deputy for CCSS board

Costa Rica's National Medical Union has denounced the government's refusal to formally appoint former deputy Rocío Alfaro to the Board of Directors of the Costa Rican Social Security Fund (CCSS). The union expressed strong criticism over the delay and the government's apparent reluctance to finalize the appointment.

Sources within the union confirmed that neither Alfaro, who represented the Broad Front party, nor her designated alternate, Marta Rodríguez, have received the definitive endorsement from the Government Council. This lack of approval has stalled their integration into the CCSS board, a crucial body overseeing the nation's social security system.

The National Medical Union views this situation as a significant impediment to the effective functioning of the CCSS. They argue that the government's actions are creating unnecessary obstacles and potentially undermining the institution's leadership. The union is calling for a swift resolution to allow the appointed members to assume their roles.