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BASC responds to Scottish Government’s announcement on deer management

Scotland’s Net Zero Secretary today announced the government’s climate change plans, including details on how these new measures will affect deer management in Scotland. The Scottish Government has stated they ‘will build on the current Cairngorms Deer Pilot to develop a national scheme which incentivises increased management and investment in the venison supply chain’. Peter… Read more »

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Date set for euro announcement
Date set for euro announcement

The Chancellor’s economic assessment on single currency membership will be unveiled to the Commons on Monday 9th June. The announcement follows growing speculation about a rift between Gordon Brown and Prime Minister Tony Blair over the timing and nature of the statement, which will detail the Treasury’s assessment on whether or not the economic conditions… Read more »

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Millions facing demands after pensions error
Millions facing demands after pensions error

Around 10 million workers are facing demands of up to £1,500 in extra Inland Revenue contributions if they want to receive their full state pension following a computer error. The IR’s computer system failed to send out reminders to people who needed to top up their pensions for the last five years. Reminders are supposed… Read more »