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BASC is advising members that the European Commission (EC) is considering changes to the EU rules that impact the trade of poultry eggs and birds from areas hit by Avian Influenza (AI). The EU may amend rules on surveillance requirements for imported poultry eggs and birds from Disease Control Zones, from a minimum of 90… Read more »
Proposed plans for firearms licensing officers to be annually accredited and assessed in England and Wales will enhance consistency across the licensing system, according to BASC. The proposal was publicly made by Andy Marsh, chief executive at the College of Policing, during a Home Affairs Committee policing priorities inquiry session earlier this month. In giving evidence… Read more »
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The financial crisis in the Welsh NHS is set to be worse than expected, the Welsh Conservatives warn. The party cites reports that NHS managers are forecasting a £33 million overspend for the past year. To remedy the problem, Welsh Conservatives argue NHS trusts need greater financial autonomy, matched by a need to cut bureaucracy… Read more »
Welsh leader Rhodri Morgan has said he “probably” would have voted against going to war in Iraq. After repeatedly appearing to dodge questions on his views on the Iraq conflict, the Labour leader said he “probably” would have opposed the war without a second UN resolution. Speaking to BBC Radio Wales, Mr Morgan said he… Read more »
