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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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The Conservatives have received a full apology from the Metropolitan police’s counterterrorism chief after he retracted corruption claims made against them. Assistant commissioner Bob Quick issued a statement this morning reiterating his previous retraction and adding an unreserved apology for any “offence or embarrassment” he had caused. The apology centred over comments he made followed… Read more »
Lords are gearing up to investigate the European Union’s tactics against terrorist financing and money laundering. The Lords EU committee’s inquiry is set to be undertaken by the sub-committee on home affairs and will look at the role of the EU and its member states in global efforts to prevent the financing of terror. The… Read more »
