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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Financial chaos continues to surround the UK economy today, even as the FTSE index continues to show sustained signs of recovery. Northern Rock, the bank taken over by the government last February, was today turning away savers after customers realised they were the only bank in the country offering complete protection to deposits. “Recent turbulence… Read more »
David Cameron faces criticism for misleading the public in his speech to the Conservative party conference yesterday. In one of his speech’s most impassioned sections Mr Cameron claimed teachers are not permitted to put a plaster on a child who has grazed his or her knee without a first aid officer being present. He attacked… Read more »
