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Tributes to schoolgirl from Hull after swimming tragedy on France trip

Tributes have been paid to a schoolgirl who died in a swimming accident on a school trip to France.

Jessica Lawson, 12, from Wolfreton School in Hull, was one of 24 students an activity resort near Meymac in the Massif Central region of the country.

An investigation has been launched into the circumstances of her death.

Her family said she was "the most beautiful and outgoing girl", while the school's headteacher said her death was a "dreadful shock".

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School opens special memory book to honour Jessica

Schoolmates of 12 year old Jessica Lawson who died on a school trip to France will be able to share their memories of her as Wolfreton School in East Yorkshire opens a book today in her honour.

Jessica Lawson Credit: Facebook

More than 100 people gathered yesterday to release balloons in her memory.

Watch: Family join schoolfriends to remember Jessica

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