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23/02/2006
UCF launch National Clean Air Awards for NI
The Ulster Cancer Foundation (UCF) has today launched the National Clean Air Awards for Northern Ireland, in partnership with the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation.
Established by the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, the UK-wide scheme recognises and rewards employers who have implemented effective smoke-free policies.
UCF will co-ordinate the scheme locally, offering advice and assistance to any organisation wanting to develop and implement a successful smoke-free policy.
Gerry McElwee, Head of Cancer Prevention at the UCF, said: “The National Clean Air Awards will bring many benefits to businesses across Northern Ireland in the run up to the introduction of smoke-free legislation in April 2007. Registering for an award not only demonstrates an employer’s commitment to protecting the health of their employees and customers but it can also boost staff morale and increase productivity.
“Additionally when an organisation receives a National Clean Air Award, their details will be included in a directory on the Awards website.
This directory is used by individuals worldwide, often by prospective visitors and potential customers, and will therefore have great benefits for any business.”
“The National Clean Air Awards, which will be presented to local companies by UCF, represents a simple and co-ordinated approach to recognising the achievements of smoke-free businesses.”
Speaking at the launch, Tina Williams, National Clean Air Award Manager, said: "The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation is delighted to be working in partnership with UCF once again to support employers to meet the forthcoming legislation. More than 1,500 organisations throughout the UK currently hold the National Clean Air Award and we are looking forward to increasing this figure.”
UCF will be working with a wide range of professional groups throughout Northern Ireland to promote the Award to local businesses.
Gary McFarlane, Director of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health welcomed the launch and the opportunity to work in partnership with UCF to improve the health of local workers and said it would encourage improved health and safety measures in local business.
Any organisation, large or small, which has implemented or is planning to implement a smoke-free policy can apply for an Award.
(SP/GB)
Established by the Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation, the UK-wide scheme recognises and rewards employers who have implemented effective smoke-free policies.
UCF will co-ordinate the scheme locally, offering advice and assistance to any organisation wanting to develop and implement a successful smoke-free policy.
Gerry McElwee, Head of Cancer Prevention at the UCF, said: “The National Clean Air Awards will bring many benefits to businesses across Northern Ireland in the run up to the introduction of smoke-free legislation in April 2007. Registering for an award not only demonstrates an employer’s commitment to protecting the health of their employees and customers but it can also boost staff morale and increase productivity.
“Additionally when an organisation receives a National Clean Air Award, their details will be included in a directory on the Awards website.
This directory is used by individuals worldwide, often by prospective visitors and potential customers, and will therefore have great benefits for any business.”
“The National Clean Air Awards, which will be presented to local companies by UCF, represents a simple and co-ordinated approach to recognising the achievements of smoke-free businesses.”
Speaking at the launch, Tina Williams, National Clean Air Award Manager, said: "The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation is delighted to be working in partnership with UCF once again to support employers to meet the forthcoming legislation. More than 1,500 organisations throughout the UK currently hold the National Clean Air Award and we are looking forward to increasing this figure.”
UCF will be working with a wide range of professional groups throughout Northern Ireland to promote the Award to local businesses.
Gary McFarlane, Director of the Chartered Institute of Environmental Health welcomed the launch and the opportunity to work in partnership with UCF to improve the health of local workers and said it would encourage improved health and safety measures in local business.
Any organisation, large or small, which has implemented or is planning to implement a smoke-free policy can apply for an Award.
(SP/GB)
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