* gender and sexuality
The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has welcomed the Scottish Government’s decision to postpone the implementation of muirburn licensing. The government had planned to introduce a licensing scheme ahead of 15 September – the start of the new muirburn season. However, a range of organisations, including BASC, raised serious concerns about the readiness… Read more »
The Terminally Ill Adults (End of Life) Bill has passed Third Reading in the House of Commons. The vote was 314 in favour, 291 against. My Death, My Decision and Humanists UK welcome the result. Andrew Copson, Chief Executive of Humanists UK, said: ‘The House of Commons has taken a historic step towards meeting the… Read more »
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Public sector authorities have been reminded of their new responsibilities under upcoming gender equality legislation. From April 6th public sector bodies will have to take a proactive approach to promoting gender equality, rather than relying on individuals to bring specific complaints. The Equal Opportunities Commission (EOC) hails the upcoming Gender Equality Duty as the biggest… Read more »
The home secretary John Reid has signed the European Convention on Human Trafficking, committing the UK government to addressing human trafficking. Coinciding with the bicentenary of the abolition of the slave trade, Mr Reid said the convention marked a step forward in combating the modern day slavery of human trafficking. “I am committed to tackle… Read more »
