Glasgow Science Centre has become the first visitor attraction in the city to receive a new award dedicated to promoting positive mental health and well-being in the tourism and hospitality industry.
The destination has received the Wellness Charter from Hospitality Health, a Scottish charity set up in 2018 with a mission to change the way the industry thinks about mental health. The charter recognises businesses which are putting the right mechanisms in place to support the mental and emotional well-being of their staff.
Gerry McCann, customer service manager at the Glasgow Science Centre, said: “We are delighted to receive the Wellness Charter from Hospitality Health which reflects Glasgow Science Centre's ongoing commitment to a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.
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“We believe that by promoting positive mental health and prioritising the well-being of our people, this also enhances the experience for our visitors, ensuring they are met with the highest level of service and care from a team that feels supported and valued.
“It was a great to work collaboratively with Hospitality Health and we are thankful for their support in promoting employee well-being within the sector.”
Gordon McIntyre, founder and chairman of Hospitality Health, said: “What we are trying to achieve with Hospitality Health is to equip the hospitality and tourism sector with the right tools and mental health first aid training to not only address mental health but to put staff welfare first. We launched Hospitality Health in Glasgow six years ago with 120 operators in attendance and we have grown considerably, post- pandemic, with a real need for mental health support.”
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