Scotland backs gay work rights scheme

Stonewall Scotland today launched the Diversity Champions Scotland. The programme aims to provide all the benefits of the Diversity Champion's programme in England and Wales as well as Scottish specific information and activity.

The founder members of Diversity Champions Scotland include the Scottish Executive, Scottish Enterprise, the Scottish Prison Service, the Crown Office and Procurator Fiscal Service, Scottish Court Service, Glasgow University and Standard Life.

Scottish members will benefit from access to expert advice on improving the workplace for gay employees and attracting more gay staff.

Calum Irving, director of Stonewall Scotland said: "Enlightened employers these days realise that people perform better when they can be themselves. By working with us and other Diversity Champions, members can learn how to create a workplace where lesbian and gay employees are afforded respect and play a full role in the life of the organisation.

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