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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 »
A man who burnt a Quran outside the Turkish Embassy in London has been found guilty of religiously aggravated intentional harassment, alarm, or distress by Westminster Magistrates’ Court. He has been ordered to pay a fine of £240 and surcharge of £96. With welcome clarity, the judge said that the current prosecution was not ‘an… Read more »
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There has been a 13-fold increase in the number of prisoners being held in police cells, it emerged last night. Figures show a significant rise in the number of nights in which prisoners were housed in police custody suites rather than prison cells. The Conservatives have condemned the practice, arguing it is an inappropriate use… Read more »
MPs have voted in favour of a ban on strikes by prison officers. The Prison Officers’ Association (POA) and government have until May 8th to reach a new voluntary “no strike” agreement but the Commons today approved “reserve powers” allowing the government to enforce a legal ban. Justice secretary Jack Straw said the government had… Read more »
