North Lanarkshire Council investigating potential rat infestation at nursery

North Lanarkshire Council is investigating a potential rodent infestation at a nursery.

Staff at Bellshill Family Learning Centre nursery on Dean Street reported rodent activity, which STV News understands to be rats, to environmental health.

A council spokesperson confirmed that classes and care have continued “without disruption” and the site is being monitored daily.

A North Lanarkshire Council spokesperson said: “Environmental Health were contacted immediately after staff reported potential rodent activity in an area of the Family Learning Centre.

“Early Learning and Childcare provision continued without disruption, following support from appropriate services.

“Children were not exposed to risk at any time. The service continues to monitor the site daily for any further activity.”

A Care Inspectorate spokesperson said: “We have been appropriately notified of an incident by this service. A concern was also raised with us about this service.

“We have informed the provider with the nature of this complaint. We will continue to monitor the situation, and will not hesitate to take further action as required.

“Everyone in Scotland has the right to good quality safe care, which meets their needs and respects their rights. Anyone with a concern about a care service can contact us on 03456009527.”