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01/05/2003
NI Ambulance Service receive 43 new vehicles
Northern Ireland's Ambulance Service is set to receive its first batch of new vehicles today.
The fleet of 43 new Mercedes Turbo Diesel Accident and Emergency Ambulances are set to go into service across the province over the next few weeks at a cost of £90,000 each when fully equipped.
The vehicles will be easily recognisable through their bright yellow paintwork and will fully meet the European Safety standards (CEN) for the patient area. Each vehicle will also incorporate safety features for the ambulance staff.
Welcoming the move, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service described it as "vital boost" to the province's fleet.
(MB)
The fleet of 43 new Mercedes Turbo Diesel Accident and Emergency Ambulances are set to go into service across the province over the next few weeks at a cost of £90,000 each when fully equipped.
The vehicles will be easily recognisable through their bright yellow paintwork and will fully meet the European Safety standards (CEN) for the patient area. Each vehicle will also incorporate safety features for the ambulance staff.
Welcoming the move, the Northern Ireland Ambulance Service described it as "vital boost" to the province's fleet.
(MB)
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