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New deer management orders could contravene human rights according to Scotland’s largest shooting organisation

The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has written to the Minister for Green Skills, Circular Economy and Biodiversity, Lorna Slater, ahead of a major consultation into deer management changes in Scotland. The consultation which closes on Friday 29 March, raises six key themes around deer management changes. BASC has serious concerns regarding many… Read more »

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Scottish Assisted Dying Bill Published – Humanists UK Comment

The Assisted Dying Bill Scotland has been published today. Humanists UK welcomes the bill and hopes it passes the next stage, but urges politicians not to ignore people like Tony Nicklinson, who would not be eligible for the proposed law. Currently, the Bill is limited to only people who are terminally ill, which has a legal… Read more »

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New bill introduced to make spiking a criminal offence

The Conservative MP Richard Graham today proposed a 10 minute rule bill which, if passed, would make it illegal to administer drugs, alcohol or any other substance to a person without their consent. Mr Graham said: “This House is here to reflect the concerns of our constituents, recognise  that spiking exists and should be defined and… Read more »