Dozens of Nova Scotia Government and General Employees Union (NSGEU) members have received layoff notices around the province.

In a statement, Thursday, the union says it impacts not only those who work in the tourism sector but in construction as well as agriculture.

President Sandra Mullens says the move comes after the finance minister reassured workers frontline jobs would not be cut.

“This has become an all too familiar situation in Nova Scotia. Governments make big spending commitments favoured by corporations, they reduce revenue through tax cuts, and then when it comes time to be held accountable, it’s the workers who are left to pay the price,” says Mullen.

The union says the layoffs mean the closure of visitor information centres and museums.

“This is not just about bookings, this is about people on the front-line welcoming visitors to our province and providing them with information on restaurants, local businesses, community events, all of which promote our overall economy,” adds Mullen.

With legislature set to begin, Mullens says the NSGEU will be looking at the budget for any further attacks.

The government currently holds a $1.5 billion deficit.