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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By politics.co.uk staff Nationalised bank Northern Rock has posted pre-tax losses for 2008 of £1,355.9 million – as it sees more borrowers fall behind on their mortgages. Losses have increased due to customers defaulting on loans – and the second half of the year saw an acceleration of this trend – with second half losses… Read more »
By politics.co.uk staff MPs hit out at representatives of the body charged with overseeing government holdings in banks, with claims the organisation would never be taken seriously. Representatives of UK Financial Investments Limited (UKFI) faced a brutal serious of hostile questions by the Treasury select committee, with John Kingman, chief executive and civil servant on… Read more »
