North student Rachel Ward falls to death in French river

Jan 15 2009 by Neil Mckay, The Journal

Student specials

ON the Piste, based in Withington, Manchester, specialises in student skiing holidays.

Those on holiday with the company are given a special wristband that get them cut-price drinks.

Its website says: "On the Piste know that one of the most important elements of an unforgettable holiday are nights out in the bars and clubs."

On the Piste said it would support Miss Ward’s parents in any way it could.

The company said in a statement: "Our staff are doing everything possible to assist the family and local authorities.

"Senior managers are in-resort to accompany the family in addition to supporting local staff and customers who may have been affected."