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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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The Foreign Office is investigating reports of an explosion outside the British consulate in New York. The explosion occurred at 0335 local time (0835 BST), shattering the building’s front windows; but there are no reports of casualties. New York mayor Michael Bloomberg reassured New Yorkers reminded of the last time an explosion hit the city,… Read more »
Go to Predict Result to see what this data could mean for the composition of the House of Commons. Survey completed Poll Publisher Pub. date Con % Lab % LibD % Other Lead May 04/05/05 MORI Evening Standard 05/05/05 33 38 23 6 Lab 5 04/05/05 ICM Guardian 05/05/05 32 38 22 8 Lab 6… Read more »