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Three Schoolchildren Injured in Double-Decker Bus Fall

1/7/2026

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Three schoolchildren fell from the top deck of a double-decker bus in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Greater Manchester, causing injuries described as serious but not life-threatening.
The incident occurred before 16:00 GMT on Bolton Road and prompted an emergency response, including an air ambulance.
Inspector Simon Barrie of Greater Manchester Police described the incident as an unfortunate accident.
The road was closed briefly and has reopened as investigators examine the circumstances.

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Story summary

Three schoolchildren fell from the top deck of a double-decker bus in Ashton-in-Makerfield, Greater Manchester, causing injuries described as serious but not life-threatening.
The incident occurred before 16:00 GMT on Bolton Road and prompted an emergency response, including an air ambulance.
Inspector Simon Barrie of Greater Manchester Police described the incident as an unfortunate accident.
The road was closed briefly and has reopened as investigators examine the circumstances.