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Tragic schoolboy Archie Battersbee dies after life support switched off following court battle

Tragic schoolboy Archie Battersbee has died after his life support was switched off today, his heartbroken mother has confirmed.

The 12-year-old was in hospital since April after suffering a catastrophic brain injury. His parents launched a desperate bid to continue his treatment.

Speaking outside the hospital in London today, mum Hollie Dance said her brave son Archie "fought right until the very end and I am so proud to be his mum".

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