A NEW bench promoting positive mental wellbeing has been unveiled at Dumfries train station.
The seat is there to encourage passengers and members of the community to take a moment to pause and reflect on their own mental health, as well as offering a dedicated space to talk through challenges and difficult times with others.
It has been placed by Network Rail in partnership with ScotRail, NHS 24’s Breathing Space service, the Samaritans and the council.
Innis Keith, from Network Rail, said: “Mental health support belongs everywhere, including our railway.
“The benches provide an opportunity for people to transform the time spent waiting for their train into a moment to focus on their wellbeing. They invite you to pause, reflect, and, if you choose, share a conversation.
“Whether you’re waiting for a train or simply passing through, taking a seat can be the first step toward easing feelings of stress, loneliness, or anxiety.”
David Ross, of ScotRail, added: “Looking after mental health is something we all have a part to play in, and these benches are a simple but powerful reminder that no one has to face tough times alone.
“By working with our partners, we’re helping to make stations welcoming spaces where people can pause, talk, and support each other. Sometimes just sitting down for a chat can make all the difference.”
