A MEMORIAL commemorating the Auchengeich Mining Disaster has been restored ahead of the anniversary next month.

It pays tribute to 47 men who lost their lives in the tragedy on September 18, 1959.

This year also marks 90 years since 6 miners died in the pit tragedy of 1931.

Miller Homes along with Duffy & McCann Plastering and Roughcasting have rendered and restored the rear wall of the memorial.

Ricky Blackley, Site Manager at Miller Homes’ Stoneyetts Village development, said: “The Auchengeich Mining Disaster Memorial is a meaningful place for those who lost their loved ones during the tragic mining disasters in 1959 and 1931. We’re truly honoured to have played our part in repairing the memorial to help maintain the historic resting place so that generations to come can visit and pay their respects.”

Councillor Willie Doolan of North Lanarkshire Council added: “The Auchengeich Memorial is a place that many of us in Lanarkshire hold close to our hearts. It has been touching to see Miller Homes and Duffy & McCann come together to help repair this space for the community.”

Neil Duffy, Director of Duffy & McCann Plastering and Roughcasting, said: “We’re really pleased with the outcome here. It has been very moving working so closely on a memorial that means so much to the local residents here in Moodiesburn and throughout the rest of the Lanarkshire community.”