The Senate has pledged to push for faster approval of funding needed to place thousands of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) workers on permanent and pensionable terms as nationwide industrial action continues. Ayacko told senators that counties require guaranteed funding before they can absorb UHC staff into permanent positions. The discussions come as health unions continue industrial action demanding permanent employment for more than 7,400 UHC workers, following a directive from President William Ruto. Health unions staged demonstrations outside Parliament on Wednesday, July 29, accusing the Council of Governors of delaying the absorption of UHC workers into permanent and pensionable terms. The Senate’s assurance signals a move to address the mounting pressure from healthcare workers for counties to complete the long-delayed transition of UHC staff to permanent and pensionable terms.