Ploughing Of A Friday.
Due to the storm damage caused by Storm Ali and in the interest of health and safety, The Second day of the National Ploughing Championships being held in Screggan, Tullamore Co.Offaly was called off.
But to make up for the lost day, The NPA has decided to open on Friday instead.
Wristbands from today (Wednesday) will be valid both Thursday and Friday.
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The Assisting Managing Director of The National Ploughing Association Anna Marie McHugh has released a statement:
"I just want to say thank you to everyone for their patience and understanding over the past 24hrs. As you are probably aware at this stage a number of stands in the event arena have been badly damaged, and in some cases completely destroyed. While the situation throughout the day was very fluid and changeable, most would agree that the right call was made to close the site out of concern for the public’s safety.
That said, the good news is that we are now back on site, and the services such as electricity and internet access have been restored, and the clean-up operation is well underway. Most exhibitors are now setting about rebuilding their stands in preparation tomorrow morning and a band of volunteers and staff will be working throughout the night to ensure the site is ready to open at 9am.
The event arena will also be open for an extra day on Friday. Wristbands from today(Wednesday) will be valid both Thursday and Friday. See you on the site."
