Motion · S5M-19478 · 17 Oct 2019

New Sensory Garden at St John's Mother and Baby Unit

Lodged by Angela Constance (Scottish National Party) Standard Motion 16 supporters

The motion

That the Parliament congratulates Edinburgh Children’s Hospital Charity on providing financial assistance to open a new sensory garden in the grounds of St John’s Hospital, Livingston; understands that the family-friendly garden area helps better support the recovery of mothers experiencing mental health issues after giving birth; acknowledges that the revamp includes sensory plants and a seating area, where people using the facility are encouraged to participate in its upkeep; understands that the children's charity distributes around £1.5 million per year to support children’s hospitals across Scotland, and wishes it continued success for the future.

Supporters (16)

Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.