Why were 16000 children cremated at newsham hospital in Liverpool?

Answer 1

The cremation of around 16,000 children at Newsham Hospital in Liverpool primarily occurred between the 1950s and the 1970s, largely due to the deaths of children in care, many of whom were infants and had various health complications. The hospital, which was originally a workhouse and later became an institution for children with disabilities and other needs, did not always maintain proper records of these cremations, leading to concerns about the treatment of the deceased and the lack of respect for their memory. This issue has resurfaced in recent years, prompting calls for accountability and transparency regarding the handling of these children's remains.