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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 Liz Stephens Almost 1,000 offenders who should have been sent back to prison are still on the loose according to justice secretary, Jack Straw. The offenders, who were released from prison on licence and then recalled for breaching the conditions of that licence, have yet to be returned to custody. They include 19 convicted… Read more »
By Ian Dunt ID cards have finally reached the Commons again, with a Conservative opposition day debate on the scheme due for debate this afternoon. The opposition is calling for the plan to be scrapped altogether. This has been given additional momentum by Alan Johnson’s decision to make the scheme entirely voluntary for its duration…. Read more »
