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A ROW over funding for an important retaining wall at New Lanark has been resolved.

Following publicity in recent editions of the Lanark and Carluke Advertiser Historic Scotland have stepped in with funding.

Originally there had been fears that if cash to restore and repair the wall was not found quickly part of the internationally-famous World Heritage Site could slip into the Clyde.

But following media publicity and pressure from politicians cash has been found to stabilise the threatened wall.

One of those pressurising Historic Scotland for quick support was Aileen Campbell, SNP MSP for the South of Scotland, an area which includes New Lanark.

“People across Clydesdale and especially in New Lanark will be glad to see Historic Scotland taking their responsibilities seriously,” she said.

“The Heritage Village is a jewel in the area’s crown, and has so much to offer visitors from across Scotland and the wider world, especially during the 2009 Year of Homecoming.

“I am happy to continue working with the villagers and the Conservation Trust to make sure New Lanark remains a world-class attraction.”