Industrial Relations
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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The general secretary of the Trades Union Congress (TUC) today warned the government it will pay “a real political price” over its public pay deal strategy. Speaking on the Today programme, Brendan Barber said: “Public sector workers feel they are being picked on. “Corporate Britain is simply not paying its fair share. “It’s not about… Read more »
The government has granted temporary workers the same employment rights as permanent staff once they have completed 12 weeks of work. The legislation is set for the autumn, although similar EU directives may be passed before then. The result is an important victory for trade unions, who have been campaigning on behalf of Britain’s 1.4… Read more »
