Recession blamed for rescue rise

The Derby Mountain Rescue team has said an increase in emergencies this year could be down to the recession.

The team has received 34 call outs so far this year compared to 25 in 2008.

Rescuer Kevin Corcoran said he thought more people holidaying in the UK for financial reasons has meant an increase in accidents.

The service, which is staffed by volunteers, costs £18,000 to run each year and covers the southern Peak District and surrounding areas.

Mr Corcoran said: "There's no firm reason for it but the most popular belief is that the recession has kept a lot of holidaymakers in this country rather than going abroad.

"For a lot of people it's the first time they've been in the hills and they're doing things because they see other people doing them.

"They take on more than they can really chew and get into difficulties."

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The team has received 34 call outs so far this year compared to 25 in 2008