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The Medical Defence Union (MDU) is urging the government to consult on proposals to address the cost of clinical negligence. The call was made following the publication of the MDU’s annual report and accounts, in which the organisation said the current situation was ‘unsustainable.’ The MDU reported that during 2023, it closed 80% of medical claims… Read more »
A new training programme for Firearms Enquiry Officers (FEOs) which BASC helped to develop was launched at a meeting of the College of Policing this week. As a key stakeholder, BASC was invited to attend the launch alongside representatives from 41 of the UK’s police forces’ firearms licensing departments and other shooting organisations. BASC played… Read more »
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David Cameron last night honoured Margaret Thatcher as a “great” and “towering figure”. The Conservative leader presented his predecessor with a lifetime achievement award, saying she had “transformed our country”. The former prime minister and Tory peer was honoured at the Morgan Stanley Great Britons Award at London’s Guildhall. Presenting the award, Mr Cameron said:… Read more »
Conservative frontbenchers and all Labour MPs are to be asked to register any family members they employ. Prime minister Gordon Brown said he would make the move applicable to all Labour MPs after Tory leader David Cameron said his move would be a “good first step” on the way to restoring public trust on the… Read more »

