BASC has welcomed a government decision to launch a public consultation on a proposal to remove sound moderators from firearms licensing controls. Launched today, the Home Office consultation seeks views on proposals to amend the definition of firearm in section 57(1)(d) of the Firearms Act 1968, removing the reference to sound moderators. Currently, sound moderators… Read more »
Humanists UK is proud to announce the launch of the only UK-based dedicated helpline for so-called ‘apostates’ – people who leave high-control religions or cults. Reflecting a growing need in the UK, the move marks a significant expansion of Humanists UK’s long-standing ‘Faith to Faithless’ support programme. Recognising the highly specific and often harrowing issues… Read more »
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More than 5,000 police officers are claiming compensation from the government for trauma experienced while serving in Northern Ireland during the Troubles. In what is the biggest group action to come before a Northern Irish court, the officers – both serving and retired – are suing the chief constable and the Police Board, alleging they… Read more »
David Davis has appealed to the “wristband generation” as he set out his vision of a Conservative party dominated by the principle of social justice. The Tory leadership hopeful challenged Labour’s assertion that it is the party that cares, by setting out his belief that looking out for the worst-off in society has always been… Read more »
