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New deer management orders could contravene human rights according to Scotland’s largest shooting organisation

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has written to the Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lorna Slater, ahead of a major consultation into deer management changes in Scotland. The consultation which closes on Friday 29 March, raises six key themes around deer management changes. BASC has serious concerns regarding many… Read more »

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Scottish Assisted Dying Bill Published – Humanists UK Comment

The Assisted Dying Bill Scotland has been published today. Humanists UK welcomes the bill and hopes it passes the next stage, but urges politicians not to ignore people like Tony Nicklinson, who would not be eligible for the proposed law. Currently, the Bill is limited to only people who are terminally ill, which has a legal… Read more »

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‘Root and branch’ reform needed in Army training

An independent report into the training of young recruits has concluded that the army needs to ensure “root and branch reform”. An investigation by the Adult Learning Inspectorate (ALI) found widespread bullying that was often condoned as “traditional” even though it is officially prohibited. The conditions in some barracks were described as “little better than… Read more »

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TUC: Union academy would radically overhaul training

The TUC has launched its plans for the creation of a union academy which it believes would radically overhaul the training offered to workers in the UK. It envisages the academy would offer guidance to employers and employees on training ranging from basic skills to MBAs. TUC general secretary Brendan Barber said: “Britain’s skills gap… Read more »