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The Ploughing & FBD: ‘Keeping You Safe’ Wristband Initiative Returns After Continued Success

24 Jul , 2025  

The Ploughing and FBD: Keeping You Safechild safety wristbandproject will be an important feature again at this year’s National Ploughing Championships, which will take place in Screggan, Tullamore, County Offaly on September 16th, 17th & 18th

Over 40,000 of the safety wristbands will be handed-out at the event entrances by FBD staff, with space for a contact phone number, offering peace of mind should a child become separated from their group.

Anna May McHugh, Managing Director of the NPA, commented: “We are very pleased to continue our partnership with FBD on this vital child safety initiative. The wristbands have become a simple but highly effective tool in keeping families safe and together during the event. With the enormous crowds we welcome each year, they offer invaluable peace of mind to parents and guardians.

The National Ploughing Championships is a celebration of community and family. With countless attractions to delight children and adults alike, from fun fairs and playgrounds to sporting stars and everything in between. Safety is a key part of making sure everyone enjoys their day to the fullest.”

“At FBD,  we are proud to be continue our longstanding relationship with the National Ploughing Association by supporting the valuable child safety wristband initiative at the National Ploughing Championships. The safety and well-being of our youngest visitors is a top priority and these wristbands offer families peace of mind as they explore and enjoy everything ‘the Ploughing’ has to offer.  Our hope is that all children will wear the FBD wristbands and have a fun, memorable and safe day when they visit Ploughing 2025.” Tomás Ó Midheach, CEO, FBD Insurance

All under 12s are free of charge once accompanied by a paying adult. To guarantee ticket availability ON your day of choice please book online in advance www.npa.ie