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New YouGov polls show that both the public and MPs are overwhelmingly in favour of legal recognition of humanist marriages in England and Wales. The data has been released on the eve of a House of Commons debate. It shows that support is consistent across all parties and all religious groups, and underlines Humanists UK’s… Read more »
BASC is urging certificate holders to remain vigilant following reports from West Mercia Police of attempted online fraud involving firearms. Two certificate holders were recently approached online by an individual attempting to unlawfully acquire firearms. The suspect used a photograph of a genuine firearms certificate issued by Hampshire Constabulary. The certificate is not believed to… Read more »
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A package worth £164 million aimed at helping young homeless people get back on their feet has been unveiled by the government. Communities secretary Ruth Kelly pledged £74 million next year to support the measures, and a further £90 million on improving hostels. She said the government aimed to end the use of bed and… Read more »
Thousands of failed asylum seekers are being forced to sleep rough and find food in dustbins, two charities have claimed. The Amnesty International and Refugee Action report, based on surveys with people whose final application has been rejected, finds many are sleeping in parks, public toilets and phone-boxes. This is a direct result of unfair… Read more »
