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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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Queens Speech 2008: Policing

Today’s Queen’s Speech has established that the government will bring forward a policing and crime reduction bill. It aims to increase the effectiveness and public accountability of policing, according to the government. It will also work to reduce crime and disorder and improve airport security. A crackdown on binge drinking plays a large role in… Read more »

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Queens Speech: Equality
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The Queen Speech’s today confirmed the government’s plan to bring forward an equality bill, which puts all previous equality legislation in one place. The bill’s promotion of equality will work to fight discrimination and introduce transparency in the workplace. It aims to ensure everyone has the opportunity to succeed regardless of race, gender, disability, age,… Read more »