Policing
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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By politics.co.uk staff A new video of Ian Tomlinson hitting the pavement has been released, showing the moment his head hit the pavement. It has been passed from the Guardian, which received it from a member of the public, to the Independent Police Complaints Commission (IPCC), and appears to verify that he offered no resistance… Read more »
By politics.co.uk staff Activists intend to demonstrate around the Bank of England next week in a protest against G20 policing. A group called Space Hijackers are using the event – timed to coincide with May Day – to harness public anger around the issue. Protestors are being urged to wear striped prison clothing while other… Read more »
