The ‘Flowers on the Railings’ event was held on Saturday.

Now in its 22nd year, it was widely supported by the community, including Thenue, Cassiltoun and Ardenglen housing associations.

The ceremony takes its name from the flowers sold on the day for £10 or £20, which are then attached to railings in Castlemilk Drive, one of the area’s main thoroughfares.

As in previous years, it took place beside the Lost Lives Memorial Garden which was created to remember Castlemilk’s lost loved ones, whether they died from natural causes or in tragic circumstances. 

It is immaculately maintained and is a place for reflection and remembrance in tranquil surroundings, and is widely respected and valued by residents.

As in previous years, a Humanist celebrant led a brief service and an uplifting note of appropriate music was struck by popular Lanarkshire choir “Soundsational”. 

One of the long-serving organisers, Maureen Cope MBE said: “As always, this is an important community event which reflects how Castlemilk remembers lost loved ones. While there is understandable sorrow, the focus is on remembrance and appreciation for lives that have been well lived including the lives of young people and babies who died far too soon.”

Donna Henderson, chief executive of Thenue Housing, said: “We recognise the importance to Castlemilk of this occasion to remember, reflect and celebrate deeply-valued lives.

“Like other housing providers across Castlemilk, we have grown deep roots in the community over many years and feel privileged to be invited to take part in such a worthwhile and essential act of remembrance.”  

Also supporting the event was Castlemilk’s Birgidale Complex – a local community hub run by local residents and volunteers.