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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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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 »
