Cornwall was the location where victims of forced adoption gathered for a poignant event denouncing the treatment of unmarried mothers in post-war Britain. The event, which took place at Rosemundy House in St Agnes, featured the unveiling of a plaque honoring the women who gave birth there and the babies born at the location. The attendees also highlighted the need for a formal “adoption apology” from the government.
Dr. Phil Frampton, who was born at the Rosemundy Mother and Baby Home in 1953, emphasized the importance of an apology for both the mothers and their children who endured hardships due to forced adoption. Lyn Rodden, a resident of Camborne who was compelled to give up her baby, expressed gratitude for finally receiving recognition for their experiences after all these years.
Campaigners demand more than just an apology from the government; they are also advocating for “restorative actions” such as offering counseling and search support for mothers and individuals who were forcibly adopted. Dr. Frampton, a member of the Rosemundy Commemoration Committee, recounted his personal experience of being separated from his mother as a baby and spending years in foster care.
The significance of the public event was highlighted by Mr. Frampton, who described it as a step towards healing and acknowledging the grief experienced by the mothers and families affected by forced adoptions. He stressed that the impact of these traumatic events resonates to this day, with many women still grappling with the repercussions. The campaigners plan to continue their advocacy by unveiling another plaque in Kendal, Cumbria, next month in memory of those affected by forced adoptions
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