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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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Rail passengers face overcrowding and above-inflation rises in fares despite improvements to the system. The National Audit Office (NAO) said since the Department for Transport took over the franchising process from the Strategic Rail Authority in 2005, the taxpayer has received better value for money. Subsidies from the taxpayer for train services are expected to… Read more »
Plans to extend London’s Docklands Light Railway to the east to regenerate deprived areas of the capital have been scrapped by mayor Boris Johnson. Around £5 million was spent on consultation and planning for the move, which would have extended the line to Dagenham Dock. The scheme was supported by former mayor Ken Livingstone in… Read more »
