Scuba experts are warning enthusiasts to be cautious of their perceived scuba diving abilities following a recent spate of scuba diving related deaths, which has seen enthusiasts over-reaching their diving ability.

Dr Bryson, head of the Diving Diseases Research Centre in Plymouth, said: “People want to be advanced divers. They want that certificate and they are willing to pay for it. We have people presently in diving who feel they are advanced but have no experience whatsoever. The diving community needs to be totally re-educated.”

According to the BSAC, 441 safety incidents were reported last year in the UK alone - the highest ever. A full report can be found within Guardian Travel.

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