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New deer management orders could contravene human rights according to Scotland’s largest shooting organisation

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 »

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Scottish Assisted Dying Bill Published – Humanists UK Comment

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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Britain wants to improve its aid branding
‘UKAid’ to replace DfID overseas

By Alex Stevenson Douglas Alexander has defended his department’s decision to rebrand its aid efforts overseas. The international development secretary said the move was designed to improve awareness of Britain’s involvement in aid projects. ‘UKAid’ will prove more recognisable than ‘DfID’ (Department for International Development), today’s white paper shows. “This white paper sets out our… Read more »

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Sarah Brown guest edits for News of the World
Sarah Brown guest edits for News of the World

By Liz Stephens Sarah Brown, wife of the prime minister, has guest edited a special edition of the News of the World magazine, Fabulous. The magazine, to be published later this month, will focus on raising awareness of women’s health issues. The publication, which has been in the pipeline for several months, will feature an… Read more »