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28/01/2013
Spence Family Deaths Inquest Begins
The inquest into the deaths of Nevin, Graham and Noel Spence, who died in a slurry tank accident, will begin today.
Ulster rugby player Nevin Spence, 22; his brother Graham, 30, and father Noel, 58, were overcome by slurry gas last September.
The father and sons are thought to have died while trying to save each other.
Sister, Emma Spence, was treated in hospital but later discharged.
The Health and Safety Executive said the three men who entered an underground slurry tank died from the effects of exposure to slurry gases.
Nevin Spence was considered one of the up-and-coming stars of the Ulster team and had been widely regarded as a future Ireland international.
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Ulster rugby player Nevin Spence, 22; his brother Graham, 30, and father Noel, 58, were overcome by slurry gas last September.
The father and sons are thought to have died while trying to save each other.
Sister, Emma Spence, was treated in hospital but later discharged.
The Health and Safety Executive said the three men who entered an underground slurry tank died from the effects of exposure to slurry gases.
Nevin Spence was considered one of the up-and-coming stars of the Ulster team and had been widely regarded as a future Ireland international.
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19 September 2012
Spence Family Hold Funeral Service For Noel, Graham And Nevin
The funeral service of Noel, Graham and Nevin Spence has taken place at Ballynahinch Baptist Church. The father and two sons died tragically in a farming accident at their home in Co Down on Saturday. It is understood Graham attempted to rescue their dog from the slurry pit when he was overcome by slurry gas.
Spence Family Hold Funeral Service For Noel, Graham And Nevin
The funeral service of Noel, Graham and Nevin Spence has taken place at Ballynahinch Baptist Church. The father and two sons died tragically in a farming accident at their home in Co Down on Saturday. It is understood Graham attempted to rescue their dog from the slurry pit when he was overcome by slurry gas.
24 September 2012
Ravenhill Service For Ulster Star Nevin Spence
Ulster rugby ground Ravenhill was open to around 5,000 mourners on Sunday, as the rugby community came together to commemorate the life of Ulster star Nevin Spence.
Ravenhill Service For Ulster Star Nevin Spence
Ulster rugby ground Ravenhill was open to around 5,000 mourners on Sunday, as the rugby community came together to commemorate the life of Ulster star Nevin Spence.
17 September 2012
Book Of Condolence Opens Following Slurry Tragedy
A book of condolence has opened at Ravenhill Rugby grounds following the tragic death of Ulster Rugby player Nevin Spence, 22. Both the offices and the ground itself will open from 9am to 5pm every day this week for those wishing to leave expressions of sympathy.
Book Of Condolence Opens Following Slurry Tragedy
A book of condolence has opened at Ravenhill Rugby grounds following the tragic death of Ulster Rugby player Nevin Spence, 22. Both the offices and the ground itself will open from 9am to 5pm every day this week for those wishing to leave expressions of sympathy.
11 July 2024
Antrim Woman Fined After Dog Kills And Injures Sheep
A woman from Antrim has been fined after her dog killed and injured several sheep. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has successfully brought charges against Mrs Primrose Spence from Antrim under the Dogs (Northern Ireland) Order 1983 (as amended).
Antrim Woman Fined After Dog Kills And Injures Sheep
A woman from Antrim has been fined after her dog killed and injured several sheep. Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has successfully brought charges against Mrs Primrose Spence from Antrim under the Dogs (Northern Ireland) Order 1983 (as amended).
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