A British diver was airlifted to hospital yesterday morning after getting into difficulties while in the sea close to St Paul’s Bay.

The man, who was initially reported to be unconscious, was winched on to an Armed Forces helicopter and taken to Mater Dei Hospital for treatment after he regained consciousness.

Initial assistance was provided by a fisherman on a luzzu in the vicinity.

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