Tributes paid to woman after nightclub death

Chloe Ferris died in Lux nightclub in the early hours of Sunday

Chloe Ferris, who died at a Belfast nightclub in the early hours of Sunday, has been described as "bubbly, bright and beautiful" in tributes after her sudden death.

The emergency services were called to Lux nightclub in the city centre at about 02:20 GMT after reports that two women had fallen unconscious.

Ms Ferris, who was in her 20s, had died by the time police had arrived.

The other woman who lost consciousness in the nightclub was taken to hospital where she is undergoing treatment.

A death notice for Ms Ferris described her as a "beloved daughter" and "much loved" sister aunt, niece, and cousin.

It added she was part of the “Sister Squad” and a friend to many.

'Absolutely heartbreaking'

Ms Ferris was a trainee at Enhance Belfast, a beauty training academy.

In an online tribute, it described her as a "lovely student" and said her sudden death was "absolutely heartbreaking".

One mourner wrote: "I had the privilege to teach Chloe. She was such a bubbly, bright and beautiful girl."

Chloe was a former pupil of St Clare's Primary School in Belfast.

In a Facebook post, its staff sent their "deepest sympathy to her mum, dad and brothers at this heartbreaking time".

The school issued a statement saying Chloe will not be forgotten and always had a smile on her face.

"Chloe is fondly remembered by her teachers... as a warm, positive and bubbly girl," they said.

The school also commented on how Chloe had "shone on stage" in a production of 'Grease'.

In a statement, a spokesperson for Lux nightclub said: "Our thoughts and sympathies are with the parents and family during this very difficult time."