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The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has been granted permission by the High Court to bring a judicial review of Defra’s decision to withdraw the general licence (GL43) that allowed the release of gamebirds in certain areas of England. BASC’s ‘Fighting Fund’ is being used to support the High Court challenge. BASC chief executive Ian… Read more »
“Decisions around the state pension triple lock carry huge political significance given the impact on a large proportion of the electorate. Over half of retirees derive the majority of their retirement income from the state pension*, so any changes to the triple lock will have a material impact on the day-to-day lives of millions of… Read more »
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The first official state visit of the Pope to Britain is taking place. Opponents of the visit say the Vatican is not a genuine state and that it is an unsuitable occasion for public funding. They are also incensed by the lack of action against paedophile priests in the Catholic Church and official views on… Read more »
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