CAMPAIGNERS are calling for council bosses to step up to help restore an historic stairway back to its former glory. The council had earmarked £40,000 to improve the stairs at Barr s Brae in the Port, which have fallen into disrepair and become overgrown. But now the work has been delayed for three years after the cash was clawed back by councillors to be used as part of a job creation fund instead. Meanwhile in the light of a lack of council maintenance, residents have been doing their bit to keep the steps clear and safe. Councillor Drew McKenzie said: It is disheartening.
The Tuesday Belles at the Hibs Hall raised the cash for Jericho House in Bank Street, Greenock. They collected the donation by holding bonus balls competitions on Facebook and added a separate donation of £110 from the group. The group usually meet in the club off the Clune Brae but have had to operate online due to the pandemic. Member Helen Coyle said: We fundraised for Jericho before when they needed paint to decorate and we thought we would do it again. They do such good work in the area. Lynn Glancy and Helen Coyle, of the group, presented the cheque to Brother Tom from the society and the ladies would like to thank everyone for their support.