Higher Education
BASC has described a decision by Natural Resources Wales (NRW) to restrict the ability of conservationists and wildlife managers to control magpies, jays and jackdaws as a retrograde blow for conservation. From July 1, those who wish to control magpies, jays and jackdaws to protect species of conservation concern must now apply for a specific… Read more »
The announcement that the Home Office has begun tendering for a system to replace England and Wales’ firearms licensing database has been received enthusiastically by the UK’s largest shooting organisation, the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC). First reported in The Register, the pre-procurement notice will start the process of replacing the National Firearms Licence… Read more »
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By Ian Dunt</> Nick Clegg has suggested tuition fees would be capped, contrary to the recommendations of the Browne review. Lord Browne’s report suggested the cap be lifted altogether, but speaking on the Andrew Marr programme today Mr Clegg said a cap could be put in place. The idea of capping annual fees at £7,000… Read more »
Universities’ role in maintaining Britain’s international status is as important as their service to students. By Azeem Ibrahim Last week, students and prospective students reeled in horror at the prospect of having to pay more to go to university. The Browne Review of how we fund higher education recommended that universities be allowed to put… Read more »
