Policing
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 »
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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By Liz Stephens The Metropolitan police have revealed ‘soft’ tactics for policing next week’s Climate Camp protest in London. In contrast to the heavily criticised tactics implemented at the G20 demonstrations in April, the Met have promised “community-style” policing. The police force has also registered an account on Twitter named CO11MetPolice which will be used… Read more »
By Liz Stephens The family of Ian Tomlinson, the newspaper seller who collapsed and died after being hit by an officer at the G20 protests in London, has spoken out and accused the police of engaging in a cover-up. Speaking to the Guardian, Mr Tomlinson’s widow and son said they felt the police were determined… Read more »
