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RayRapp  
#1 Posted : 25 February 2016 14:15:39(UTC)
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RayRapp

Following the smiler ride accident and Alton Tower's management stating the accident was down to 'human error' they are to be prosecuted by the HSE.

http://www.shponline.co....20Daily%20Update%20-CTA-
walker  
#2 Posted : 25 February 2016 14:26:08(UTC)
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walker

Do any legal eagles know if the new sentencing guidelines will be implemented for this (given the date of the accident) ?
MikeKelly  
#3 Posted : 25 February 2016 14:33:53(UTC)
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MikeKelly

Health and Safety Offences, Corporate Manslaughter and Food Safety and Hygiene Offences

In accordance with section 120 of the Coroners and Justice Act 2009, the Sentencing Council issues this definitive guideline.
It applies to all organisations and offenders aged 18 and older, who are sentenced on or after 1 February 2016, regardless of the date of the offence.
Looks good for a serious fine eh?
Deservedly
Mike
walker  
#4 Posted : 25 February 2016 14:42:03(UTC)
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walker

Cheers Mike
SBH  
#5 Posted : 25 February 2016 19:00:27(UTC)
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SBH

After the prosecution, and hefty fines if found guilty, bring on the civil courts this could also cost an awful lot of money

Well interested in both outcomes especially the criminal courts



SBH
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