Campaign to restore Lanarkshire baby memorial garden

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Parents and representatives from a bereavement charity are calling for urgent action to improve the “heartbreaking” condition of a Lanarkshire baby memorial garden.Families visiting the specially-designed area at Cambusnethan cemetery in Wishaw have been dismayed by its appearance, particularly the crumbling state of its curved walls bearing memorial plaques honouring their youngsters.Local charity Baby Loss Retreat has now taken up the issue with North Lanarkshire Council – with the authority saying that they are currently “considering a number of options” to restore and upgrade the garden.The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now.

Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Founded by Coatbridge couple Julie and Bryan Morrison in memory of their stillborn daughter Erin, the charity stepped in after being alerted to the memorial area’s condition by disappointed families.Julie’s verdict on initially visiting was “it’s a mess”, saying that “the walls are falling apart” and adding: “This is supposed to be a place for families to be able to visit their babies, and this has caused a lot of stress for families.” Bryan told Lanarkshire Live: “Parents sent photos showing the state of the area and it’s unacceptable – people were disgusted to see how it looks, and it’s heartbreaking for parents.“It should be a place for people to reflect and remember their