Burnley Co-op funeral director Annabel Davies has been shortlisted for Best Bereavement Worker in the UK for the second year running.

After personally suffering a pregnancy loss of her own, Annabel, 28, returned to work to support families going through similarly distressing circumstances.

She sought ways to go above and beyond to support bereaved parents living in the area.

Annabel campaigned for councils to offer free cremation services for infants, she also set up a support group for grieving parents and created a library of books, information packs and keepsakes.

Annabel has collected two cuddle cots, along with various moses baskets and cribs, to allow parents to have additional and often essential time with their baby.

Working with neonatal departments from across the region, Annabel has also encouraged people to donate knitted items of clothing for babies in special care units. To date, seven hospitals and a neonatal ward in Uganda have received donations.

The Butterfly Awards recognise professionals working across a broad range of industries for the work they do supporting families through the loss of their baby. The awards also recognise families for the strength and courage they show during a bereavement.

Annabel said: “I am truly touched and honoured to have been nominated for such a meaningful award again. As funeral directors, we’re here to support people who are going through a heart-breaking time.”

To find out more about Annabel’s nomination and to vote for her, go to: finleysfootprints.com/bereavement-worker-annabel-jayne-davies-co-op-funeralcare-profile-page

Award winners will be announced at a ceremony in Kenilworth on October 19.