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Rally outside Parliament as MPs to debate assisted dying

Humanists UK and My Death, My Decision (MDMD) will be holding a rally on Parliament Square on 29 April at 15:30 to show their support for assisted dying legislation for the terminally ill and the incurably suffering. On Monday the House of Commons will be holding a Westminster Hall debate on assisted dying after an… Read more »

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Defra to review GL45 in light of reduction of AI risk

BASC has welcomed Defra’s announcement that the new General Licence (GL45), which governs the release of pheasants and red-legged partridges on and around certain Special Protection Areas (SPAs), is currently being reviewed. The current licence conditions are based on a medium level of risk of the occurrence of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) in wild… Read more »

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Respect essential for boys to succeed, says Ofsted
Respect essential for boys to succeed, says Ofsted

Two reports published today have found that a balance of discipline, humour and a sense of community are vital in giving boys ‘an excuse to succeed’ at school. The Office for Standards in Education (Ofsted), who produced the reports, say that a ‘fourth R’ of respect is essential to compliment the traditional reading, writing and… Read more »

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Bush visits Botswana
Bush visits Botswana

Bush has met with Botswana’s President Festus Mogae to discuss ways to combat AIDS in Africa. US President George W Bush, on the third day of his lightening trip to Africa, visited Botswana yesterday, where he looked to reaffirm his commitment to tackling AIDS and poverty. Mr Bush has already pledged to help poverty-stricken nations… Read more »