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Human error blamed for smiler rollercoaster crash at Alton Towers
Human error blamed for smiler rollercoaster crash at Alton Towers

The crash on The Smiler rollercoaster at Alton Towers that seriously injured five people was caused by human error, an investigation has found.

Tue, 24 Nov, 2015

Alton Towers' crash victim wants Smiler ride shut for good
Alton Towers' crash victim wants Smiler ride shut for good

A woman who had her leg amputated after the UK Alton Towers’ roller coaster crash wants The Smiler to be shut for good, as park bosses have spoken of reopening the ride.

Mon, 28 Sep, 2015

AltonTowers rollercoaster victims get payout
AltonTowers rollercoaster victims get payout

Victims of the Alton Towers rollercoaster crash have received their first insurance payments.

Fri, 19 Jun, 2015

Kay Burley cleared by broadcasting watchdog after Alton Towers interview
Kay Burley cleared by broadcasting watchdog after Alton Towers interview

UK broadcasting watchdog Ofcom says it will not be launching an investigation into Sky News presenter Kay Burley’s interview with the boss of Alton Towers after four people were seriously hurt at the theme park.

Mon, 15 Jun, 2015

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