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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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Gordon Brown’s level of support as the best leader to take Britain through the recession has dropped sharply since the Pre-Budget Report, a poll showed today. A Populus poll for the Times put Mr Brown on 42 per cent for being the best leader “right now, to deal with Britain’s economy in recession”. That figure… Read more »
The Conservatives would directly underwrite banks’ lending to British businesses to help UK firms through the credit crunch, David Cameron announced this morning. The Tory leader said his party’s proposal for a temporary new government body, the national loan guarantee scheme, would provide funding for short-term credit lines, overdrafts and trade credit. In return, banks… Read more »
