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EU decides against cod fishing ban

The European Commission has rejected proposals to ban cod fishing in several areas of the North Sea in favour of greater restrictions. A deal for certain no-go zones was put forward to give chronically low fish stocks a chance to recover. Scientists have warned that cod, hake and sole are in danger of dying out… Read more »

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Drug impairment tests for drivers

Drivers who the police suspect of having taken drugs will be required to undertake roadside impairment tests, under a new code of practice launched today. To obtain a conviction under the Road Traffic Act 1988 police are required to show not just that drugs have been taken, but also that an individual’s judgement has been… Read more »