"The exceptional pressures on the emergency unit at UHW, and those across Wales, have been well documented and it would not be right to proceed with the work when there is such a high demand, " he added.

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With an emphasis on outreach through non-traditional community organizations and by establishing real partnerships among participants and emergency management officials at all levels, AEPPplus has had exceptional success and acceptance.

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However, the bill gives the government emergency powers to temporarily extend this period to 28 days - in exceptional circumstances - by order if Parliament is dissolved.

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DeMint said that organizing TSA employees may leave administrators unable to reward exceptional screeners and fire those who are under-performing, or adjust protocols as emergency situations arise.

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