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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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By Alex Stevenson Harriet Harman’s attempt to see a US-based pimping site shut down has given it a boost in hits, its owner has claimed. A post on PunterNet, which helps pimps sell women online and allows men who have had sex with the women involved to post their comments, claimed a “huge influx of… Read more »
By politics.co.uk staff BBC, ITV and Sky have submitted proposals to Britain’s three main political parties for three live televised debates during the coming general election campaign. The joint statement increases pressure on Gordon Brown to accept David Cameron’s calls for a televised debate. The proposals would give each broadcaster responsibility for producing and broadcasting… Read more »
