Day 2 of the National Ploughing Championships cancelled

Damage at the National Ploughing Championships; Source: independent.ie

It's the first time in the event's history a day has been cancelled.

The second day of the National Ploughing Championships in Tullamore has been cancelled due to public safety concerns.

Gate opening time had initially been delayed two hours from 9am to 11am, before it was then put back to this 12pm.

However, the decision has now been made to cancel the second day of the three-day event.

Nearly 100,000 people from across Ireland visited the championships yesterday.

Earlier a National Ploughing Association spokesperson said the safety of the public and exhibitors is of paramount importance.

There are reports that many smaller tents, as well as portaloos, have been knocked over on the site.

It's the first time in the event's history a day has been cancelled.