Archaeological finds in the UK have risen by 45% as a result of continuous work by metal detector enthusiasts, according to a report. In 2005/2006, there were 57,566 finds reported to the government-funded Portable Antiquities Scheme (PAS) compared with 39,933 in 2004/2005. Culture Secretary David Lammy praised the "responsible approach" of amateur metal detectorists in reporting finds. He said they were the "unsung heroes of the UK's heritage". Speaking at the British Museum on Wednesday, he said: "Thanks to the responsible approach they display in reporting finds and the systems we have set up to record them, more archaeological material...