Question reference: S6W-00877
- Asked by: Foysol Choudhury, MSP for Lothian, Scottish Labour
- Date lodged: 18 June 2021
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Current status: Answered by Kate Forbes on 6 July 2021
Question
To ask the Scottish Government what support is available to businesses in the hospitality sector to improve ventilation in their properties.
Answer
The Scottish Government has been working with a range of sectors and specialist organisations to develop guidance on enhancing ventilation within enclosed spaces.
This guidance includes a range of practical solutions to enhance air flow and can be achieved by straightforward solutions, such as the opening of windows or vents. This seeks to provide cost effective solutions to overcome poorer ventilation, and support employers to consider options to reduce the risk of transmitting airborne viruses for staff and customers.
As we progress through the pandemic, we will of course keep under consideration whether this guidance needs to be supported by discreet funding for such projects.