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The UK’s largest shooting organisation, the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC), has condemned an incident in the Yorkshire Dales where a nest of hen harrier chicks is suspected of being deliberately destroyed by human activity. North Yorkshire Police is calling for anyone with information about the incident near Whernside earlier this year to… Read more »
BASC is advising members that the European Commission (EC) is considering changes to the EU rules that impact the trade of poultry eggs and birds from areas hit by Avian Influenza (AI). The EU may amend rules on surveillance requirements for imported poultry eggs and birds from Disease Control Zones, from a minimum of 90… Read more »
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“I am delighted to be here this morning with the National Council of Voluntary Organisations. I pay tribute to the work of the council under your inspiring leadership, Stuart. And I pay tribute to all of you here today from the voluntary and community sector for the passion and commitment you bring to your work… Read more »
Labour have attempted to quash persistent speculation Gordon Brown could call a general election as early as next month. Douglas Alexander, the party’s election coordinator, said rumours of an immediate poll were “utter nonsense”, while the prime minister said he was concentrating on running the country. During the summer lull, media reports have been mounting… Read more »
