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New BASC DSC1 course cuts costs and saves time for members

BASC has introduced a new, more flexible way to achieve the Deer Stalking Certificate (DSC1). For those seeking certification but unable to commit to a four-day course, BASC’s new ‘assessment-only’ days offer an efficient alternative, reducing both time and cost. With assessment-only days held at various locations across the UK, participants can take all five… Read more »

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MDU welcomes the launch of the government’s Change NHS initiative

The MDU today welcomed the launch of the government’s new Change NHS initiative, designed to generate conversation and to encourage NHS staff, patients and stakeholder organisations to input their ideas and suggestions for the upcoming NHS 10 Year Health Plan.  Announcing the project Secretary of State for Health and Social Care, Wes Streeting said that ‘the health… Read more »

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Basra handover between UK and Iraqi forces formally completed
Miliband hails Basra handover

David Miliband says the formal handover of security responsibilities in Basra province to the Iraqi army is a ‘step in the right direction’ for Iraq itself. The foreign secretary was in attendance as control of the southern province, under British control since early 2003, was officially signed over to Iraq’s troops. “For four and a… Read more »

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Gordon Brown has met with British troops
Brown promises Basra handover by Christmas

Gordon Brown has announced Basra will be handed back to Iraqi control by Christmas. In an unannounced visit to the Iraqi city, the prime minister confirmed the long-awaited handover of power to Iraqi forces will be completed within two weeks. The 4,500 British troops that are left in Basra will train Iraqi forces, which will… Read more »