A child was among those injured after a double-decker bus smashed into a railway bridge and had its roof torn off in Glasgow.

Ten people were taken to hospital following the incident in Cook Street, Tradeston, on Sunday morning.

The Scottish Ambulance Service confirmed that one patient was taken to the city’s Royal Hospital for Children.

Five people were taken to the Queen Elizabeth University Hospital and four others to Glasgow Royal Infirmary.

A number of others were treated at the scene by paramedics.

On Monday, Glasgow City Council leader Susan Aitken said the incident “must have been absolutely terrifying for everyone involved”.

She added: “Thanks to the emergency services for the swift evacuation. I hope all those hospitalised will be home soon, fully recovered.”

First Bus confirmed it was one of the firm’s vehicles that was involved.

A company spokesperson added: “We are continuing to work closely with the emergency services and our thoughts remain with those involved.”

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Train services between Glasgow Central and Paisley Gilmour Street were affected in the aftermath of the crash and a number of road closures remained in place until around 5pm.

Police Scotland said enquiries remain ongoing.

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