Stagecoach pay substantial sum after St Johnstone fans' bus catches fire
Nine supporters suffered cuts, fractures and PTSD
£100,000 has been paid out by Stagecoach after one of its buses caught fire with football fans still inside.
Nine St Johnstone supporters suffered cuts, fractures and PTSD during the incident in November 2021.
The single highest settlement came in at £35,000.
Robert Kernaghan, Partner with Digby Brown Solicitors in Dundee, said: “When you view the images of the bus fire it really is remarkable that more people were not injured by this harrowing and completely avoidable accident.
“We acted for a total of nine fans affected by this incident, many of whom will continue to be affected long into the future, and we are pleased to help them secure rightful damages so they may access the kind of support they deserve.
“I would like to acknowledge the response of Stagecoach because by swiftly admitting liability the coach firm helped prevent victims from suffering any further.”
A spokesperson for Stagecoach East Scotland said: "Safety is our absolute priority and our thoughts are with those injured in this incident.
“A full and thorough investigation has been carried out and we are pleased to have settled the claims of those affected quickly and appropriately."