Rescue crews were called to Strathclyde Park in Bellshill yesterday afternoon after the Tsunami Rollercoaster came to a halt.

A spokesman for Strathclyde Police said: "At around 4.30pm one of the rollercoaster rides at M&D's theme park suffered what appeared to be a mechanical failure.

"Nine people of various ages were on the ride.

"Strathclyde Police and other emergency services were sent to the scene.

"Everybody is now safe and well. No-one needed to be taken to hospital.