Menu
24/10/2016
Investigation Launched After Accident At Tayto Park In Co Meath
An investigation has launched following an accident at the Tayto Park in Ashbourne, Co Meath.
Nine people were taken to hospital after stairs collapsed at the 'House of Horrors' shortly after 8pm on Saturday, 22 October.
A spokesperson from the park said the visitors were taken to hospital as a "precautionary measure".
A statement from Tayto Park said: "Last night at approximately 8pm the lower portion of a permanent staircase leading to The House of Horrors gave way.
"The Tayto Park emergency plan was immediately put in place and the emergency services attended the scene. Nine people were transported to hospitals in the city as a precautionary measure to assess their injuries.
"The management of Tayto Park will co-operate fully with the investigation as the safety of our guests is paramount."
(CD)
Nine people were taken to hospital after stairs collapsed at the 'House of Horrors' shortly after 8pm on Saturday, 22 October.
A spokesperson from the park said the visitors were taken to hospital as a "precautionary measure".
A statement from Tayto Park said: "Last night at approximately 8pm the lower portion of a permanent staircase leading to The House of Horrors gave way.
"The Tayto Park emergency plan was immediately put in place and the emergency services attended the scene. Nine people were transported to hospitals in the city as a precautionary measure to assess their injuries.
"The management of Tayto Park will co-operate fully with the investigation as the safety of our guests is paramount."
(CD)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
21 November 2024
Work Underway For Free Hospital Parking In Northern Ireland
Work has begun at several hospital sites across Northern Ireland as part of the preparations for the introduction of free car parking in May 2026. Health and Social Care Trusts have been actively preparing for the implementation of a new traffic management system since the Hospital Parking Charges Act was passed in 2022.
Work Underway For Free Hospital Parking In Northern Ireland
Work has begun at several hospital sites across Northern Ireland as part of the preparations for the introduction of free car parking in May 2026. Health and Social Care Trusts have been actively preparing for the implementation of a new traffic management system since the Hospital Parking Charges Act was passed in 2022.
18 December 2009
Tayto Are Terrific: Official
An iconic snack that stands out as an individual NI product across the world has received official Stormont approval as being both tasty and 'green' as well.
Tayto Are Terrific: Official
An iconic snack that stands out as an individual NI product across the world has received official Stormont approval as being both tasty and 'green' as well.
21 November 2024
Man Dies After Bus Fall In Belfast
Detectives are investigating the death of an 80-year-old man who fell from a bus in Belfast. Police have said that they believe the man was travelling on a 2J Translink Metro bus service at around 11:15am on Friday, 08 November, when he suffered a fall as the bus travelled along Royal Avenue, near it's junction with North Street.
Man Dies After Bus Fall In Belfast
Detectives are investigating the death of an 80-year-old man who fell from a bus in Belfast. Police have said that they believe the man was travelling on a 2J Translink Metro bus service at around 11:15am on Friday, 08 November, when he suffered a fall as the bus travelled along Royal Avenue, near it's junction with North Street.
18 November 2024
Pedestrian Dies Following Road Traffic Collision Ikn West Belfast
A female pedestrian in her 70s has tragically died following a road traffic collision in west Belfast on Saturday, 9th November. The incident occurred on Hannahstown Hill shortly after 6:50pm when two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle. Emergency services attended the scene, and the injured pedestrians were taken to hospital.
Pedestrian Dies Following Road Traffic Collision Ikn West Belfast
A female pedestrian in her 70s has tragically died following a road traffic collision in west Belfast on Saturday, 9th November. The incident occurred on Hannahstown Hill shortly after 6:50pm when two pedestrians were struck by a vehicle. Emergency services attended the scene, and the injured pedestrians were taken to hospital.
18 October 2022
Swann Opens New Orthopaedic Services Centre
A new day-care orthopaedic services centre at Musgrave Park Hospital has been officially opened by Health Minister Robin Swann. The new Duke of Connaught Unit will provide a new streamlined day case pathway for the treatment of orthopaedic patients.
Swann Opens New Orthopaedic Services Centre
A new day-care orthopaedic services centre at Musgrave Park Hospital has been officially opened by Health Minister Robin Swann. The new Duke of Connaught Unit will provide a new streamlined day case pathway for the treatment of orthopaedic patients.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:A showery start with outbreaks most frequent north of Lough Neagh and through the morning, before dwindling during the afternoon as the northwest breezes ease and brighter spells of weak sunshine prosper. Maximum temperature 8 °C.Tonight:A dry night, save for a few light showers around the coasts, with prolonged clear spells and light winds bringing a frosty dawn for many in central and southern parts. Minimum temperature -3 °C.
