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BASC urges caution over possible changes to EU trade rules

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 »

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College of Policing plans will enhance firearms licensing consistency

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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Postal votes may not count in marginal
Vale of Glamorgan: Postal error causes concern in marginal

By Sam Dale Thousands of votes may not count in the marginal Vale of Glamorgan seat after a basic error in postal voting. Voters were advised that a signature was not required on their voting slips but without it the form will not be counted. The council has sent out emergency forms to all those… Read more »

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The odds: Hung parliament still fancied in spite of Cameron bounce
The odds: Hung parliament still fancied in spite of Cameron bounce

by Joe Fraser David Cameron’s performance in the final TV debate has seen a shortening of the odds on both a Conservative victory and their outright majority. But increased betting on a Tory win has failed to dampen punters sense that a hung parliament is still the most likely election outcome. At Paddy Power, odds… Read more »