Concerns about the low level of ambulance cover in Moray have been raised in the Scottish Parliament.
This month, 95% of Unite members across the north-east and Highlands cast a vote of no-confidence in bosses.
Paramedics in Moray have highlighted a lack of driver training, which resulted in a new ambulance going unused for months and depleted stocks leading to oxygen being rationed.
Highlands and Islands MSP, Douglas Ross, has now pushed the Scottish Government to provide details of how they plan to improve the service.
He said: “We have seen a great deal of coverage and discussion about ambulances sitting idle, depleted oxygen stocks and staff struggling to cover huge geographical areas.
“It is vitally important that we address these concerns to ensure our local ambulance staff are properly equipped to do their job and that the public in Moray get the service that they expect and deserve.”
Health secretary, Shona Robison, responded that 30 new paramedics were scheduled to start work in Grampian this year.
She added: “I am aware of the issues that have been raised in the north of Scotland and I have been in contact with the Scottish Ambulance Service to discuss the matter.
“I am reassured that work is on-going to address the concerns that have been raised. It’s very important that the concerns are addressed and I have asked to be kept informed of any developments.”
