The CEO of Chester Zoo claimed he was once advised not to hire gay or black people.
Jamie Christon, who is gay himself, recalled how only a few years ago he was invited to a black-tie dinner. There, he was approached by a stranger who said “I hope you don’t employ black or gay people”. At first the 50-year-old thought it was a “very crude joke” but quickly realised it wasn’t and the comment was in fact of a serious nature.
Jamie, who is originally from Yorkshire, told the ECHO he still “kicks” himself for not calling them out. In a state of shock, Jamie explained he didn’t know what to say but remembers leaving the event early because of the comment.
