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 Alex Stevenson Britain is happy to be the United States’ “deputy sheriff” whenever needed, the Ministry of Defence’s senior civil servant has told a Washington audience. Permanent secretary Ursula Brennan underlined US-UK ties by pledging that Britain’s alliance with the US “remains our pre-eminent defence and security relationship”. Her comments came as the Iraq… Read more »
By Alex Stevenson Up to £500 million of NHS can be saved simply by changing basic buying habits, a spending watchdog has said. The National Audit Office’s (NAO) report, published today, has prompted ministers to consider launching a review helping hospitals get better value for money from procurement. It found that many NHS trusts are… Read more »
