Merlin sales take significant hit in the wake of Alton Towers accident

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Merlin said like-for-like sales at its theme parks unit fell 11.4%, as visitors stayed away following a rollercoaster crash in June that seriously injured four teenagers and led to two having leg amputations. Merlin was forced to temporarily close the park and it has shut down some rides.

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