* general election 2010
Scotland snaring ban would be a “catastrophic blow” to threatened bird species A decision by the Scottish government to ban the use of snares would prove to be catastrophic to threatened bird species in the country including the iconic capercaillie. BASC Scotland put forward proposals for the retention of modern snares as part of the… Read more »
The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) has met key members of North Wales Police Crime Commission and the firearms licensing department to address concerns following a recent meeting of the North Wales Police and Crime Panel. During the meeting, in September, it was suggested that people should have a firearms licence for each gun they… Read more »
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By Kaye Wiggins Conservative candidate Greg Hands has been elected for Chelsea and Fulham, with 24,093 votes. His Labour rival, Alexander Hilton, won just 7,371 votes. Speaking after the announcement, Mr Hands said: “The Conservative party has won in Chelsea and Fulham and we’ve won in the country as well. “David Cameron has a mandate… Read more »
By Marina Kim Labour has held its north-eastern constituency in spite of a 7.4% swing to the Conservatives. Tom Blenkinsop of the Labour party gained 18,138 votes (39.2%). Conservative Paul Bristow got 16,461 votes (35.6%). With strong industrial roots it’s not surprising Labour are the major political force here. Labour held the seat since 2001…. Read more »
