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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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David Abrahams has denied claims he donated more than £650,000 anonymously to the Labour party because he wanted to avoid claims of a Jewish conspiracy. The property developer instead continues to insist he asked intermediaries to act as conduits for the donations because he wanted to protect his privacy. Following an interview with Mr Abrahams,… Read more »
The government has been urged to change the way the flood risk is managed, following a review of the summer flooding. In its assessment of the summer floods, the Environment Agency (EA) has warned the government will need to invest in a long-term strategy to offset the increased risk of flooding. The agency warns climate… Read more »
