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The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) is advising members to remain vigilant for signs of avian influenza, otherwise known as bird flu, in both wild bird populations and kept birds this winter. The advice is being issued following two confirmed cases of H5N1 Avian Influenza, one near to Droitwich Spa, Worcestershire (highly pathogenic)… Read more »
The Catholic Bishop of Portsmouth, Philip Egan, who has responsibility for Guernsey, has threatened to close three state schools on the Bailiwick after objecting to an aspect of the proposed new anti-discrimination law. The Discrimination Ordinance, which will be debated by the States of Guernsey tomorrow, is set to outlaw religious discrimination, including teaching staff in schools, so… Read more »
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Home secretary John Reid has said two new prisons will be built – one in Merseyside and the other in London. The new jails are a response to increasing prison numbers and potential overcrowding. In the last few weeks the issue of prisoner numbers and overcrowding has received increased attention. The announcement of the new… Read more »
The government is providing £30 million in funding so councils will be able to send people out to check the smoking ban is being adhered to. Council staff are currently being trained for the new role of ensuring restaurants, cafes, bars, and nightclubs stay smoke-free after July 1st. And anyone caught smoking in an inappropriate… Read more »
