Walkers taking to the hills this weekend may be able to trace their location with outdoor equipment, however ambulance trusts are being criticised for being less technically capable in locating rural areas.

The Ramblers have set up a 999 campaign to highlight growing concerns over ambulance control-room staff, who do not have access to suitable training or software to help pinpoint grid references given by injured walkers

According to the Ramblers' website, it has had complaints from walkers who claimed "when something has occurred on a walk our volunteers have been unable to effectively communicate the location of the injured person".

While satellite navigation systems are becoming more common, not all ambulances are equipped with them and walkers may not always be able to give appropriate coordinates.

Outdoor enthusiasts are being urged by the organisation to email their opinions on the issue to the Department of Health. So far 70 emails of support have been sent.