Almost one third of hurlers admit to modifying their helmet against GAA regulations, potentially increasing their injury risk.

The National Safety Authority of Ireland have produced a ten point plan to ensure a safe Halloween and are advising parents to ensure they check for safety labels and markings on costumes and accessories they have purchased this holiday season.

Hurlers have been warned against altering their helmets.

Strict consumer rules are preventing the Government from introducing new window-blind child death prevention safety guidelines on a mandatory basis.