Glasgow Science Centre considering redundancies amid financial challenges

The Glasgow Science Centre says it is considering potential redundancies amid financial challenges.

The attraction based at Pacific Quay in the city has warned roles are at risk after a £773,000 operating loss was revealed.

The Science Centre, which comprises the centre, an IMAX cinema and the Glasgow Tower, is one of Scotland’s most visited paid attractions.

The site employs around 100 full-time staff and around 40 part-time members of staff.

Run by a charity, the site opened in 2001, has faced “increased financial challenges” and is looking to keep any potential redundancies to a minimum.

However, the centre noted redeployment of staff and restrictions on recruiting new employees may be put in place.

A Glasgow Science Centre spokesperson said: “The damaging economic impact of the cost of living crisis, coupled with the ongoing pressures faced by third sector organisations across the UK, has meant that the Science Centre, along with other businesses, has faced increased financial challenges since the Covid-19 pandemic.

“We are currently going through a reorganisation process to address the difficult financial situation we face.

“This includes looking at additional income generation, redeployment, restriction of recruitment, and potential redundancies.

“This is a difficult time for our organisation, and we recognise that staff will be understandably concerned.

“Our management team is committed to supporting our staff through this process, working with Union reps, and doing all we can to keep any redundancies to a minimum.

“We will continue to deliver a five-star experience for all our customers.”