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BASC Scotland raises concerns over firearms licensing report

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has expressed concerns over a potential increase in the cost of firearms licensing applications in Scotland, following the publication of a Westminster committee report. The Scottish Affairs Committee’s report, published today, draws together a conclusion following its recent inquiry on firearms licensing regulations in Scotland. The committee’s… Read more »

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David Cameron struck an optimistic note ahead of the Tory party conference.
Cameron in optimistic mood as Tory conference opens

By politics.co.uk staff David Cameron was in an optimistic mood today, as the Tories prepared for their first party conference as a government since 1996. The prime minister seemed intent on playing down criticism that the government’s dour comments on the state of the deficit were driving down confidence in the British economy. “Let’s put… Read more »

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Cameron surrounds himself with business leaders

By Ian Dunt David Cameron has added to the list of businessmen advising him on policy. Andy Street, John Lewis managing director, and Sam Laidlaw, chief executive of Centrica, will be joining the panel of business leaders. Two of Gordon Brown’s advisers – Andrew Witty of controversial pharmaceutical company GlaxoSmithKline and Paul Walsh of drinks… Read more »