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Increasing numbers of youngsters airlifted to hospital

New figures released by  Hampshire and Isle of Wight Air Ambulance reveal that seven children have been airlifted to hospital since the turn of the year.

The charity said an increasing number of children need air ambulance transport.

Chief executive John Perry said: “As so many children and young people are involved regularly in outdoor activities, sadly there is an ongoing regular demand.”