City Building, one of Scotland's largest construction services firms, has marked World Mental Health Day by launching a unique wellness room designed to support the mental wellbeing of its employees.

The facility features a reading corner, yoga mat, walking pad, comfortable seating, and a speaker for music. Plants and artwork create a welcoming and reflective environment.

Located within City Building's headquarters in Springburn, the room was built entirely by City Building apprentices. The company operates Scotland's largest apprenticeship program, with around 200 apprentices on its payroll.

The room's soft furnishings were created by RSBi, City Building's manufacturing arm. RSBi is a leading supported business, employing over 250 staff, many of whom have disabilities or are disadvantaged.

In recognition of City Building's commitment to improving working conditions and supporting its employees, the organization's Joint Trade Union Committee donated £600 to help fund the creation of the wellness room.


Frank McCafferty, executive director, City Building, said: "We are incredibly proud of our wellness room. It offers a safe space for people to unwind, relax and simply take time out for themselves if they need to decompress amid a busy day. Should they require further support, there is information encouraging them to get in touch with colleagues who can help.

"What's truly unique is that it was delivered by our apprentices, encouraging them to consider their own and others' mental health needs and hopefully forging a special connection with the wellness room.

"I'd also like to thank our trades unions colleagues for their financial support. It is quite the achievement both for City Building and the wider construction industry."

Thomas Glavin, Chair of the Joint Trade Union Committee at City Building said: "Preventing stress and promoting good mental health at work' is a priority for us all and supports our values and our workforce."

The wellness room is the latest measure introduced by City Building to offer greater support to its people, build resilience and create opportunities. Other initiatives include the adoption of Mental Health First Aiders and an annual Mental Health Day, where employees can access information and support. A menopause café has been established for those with menopause symptoms or those living with someone experiencing menopause symptoms.

Meanwhile, City Building's RSBi factory includes a purpose-built learning centre to encourage lifelong learning in skills ranging from literacy and numeracy to passing a driving test. Gaining a wider range of life skills helps RSBi employees to lead more independent, healthier and happier lives.

For more information about City Building, visit www.citybuildingglasgow.co.uk.