AN urgent recall notice has been issued by a cot and children’s bed manufacturer following the death of a baby.

Playtime Beds, which produce bespoke cots, beds, bunkbeds, triple and quadruple beds, are warning parents to stop using its beds immediately.

Any parents across Inverclyde who may have purchased items from the company over the festive period or before are being asked to take heed of the warning.

The urgent recall is believed to be linked to the sudden death of a seven-month-old at a property in Melrosegate, York.

Trading Standards warned: “If you think you may have one of these beds – stop using it immediately. For more information call Citizens Advice Consumer Helpline on 03454 040506.