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The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has written to the Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lorna Slater, ahead of a major consultation into deer management changes in Scotland. The consultation which closes on Friday 29 March, raises six key themes around deer management changes. BASC has serious concerns regarding many… Read more »
The Assisted Dying Bill Scotland has been published today. Humanists UK welcomes the bill and hopes it passes the next stage, but urges politicians not to ignore people like Tony Nicklinson, who would not be eligible for the proposed law. Currently, the Bill is limited to only people who are terminally ill, which has a legal… Read more »
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Charles Taylor today stood down as Liberian leader in a ceremony that saw vice-president Moses Blah ready to assume the role. It is widely hoped that Mr. Taylor’s decision will help move forward the peace talks that are taking place in Ghana between government and rebel forces. However, his continuing presence in the country could… Read more »
The second witness to appear before the Hutton Inquiry into the tragic death of Iraq arms expert Dr David Kelly said today that the scientist “strayed” outside government rules regarding talking to the media. Ministry of Defence personnel director Richard Hatfield said that Dr Kelly had “clearly strayed beyond providing technical information” in his meetings… Read more »
