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Devon and Cornwall Police and Dorset Police firearms units are being separated, following a survey. Dorset police and crime commissioner (PCC) David Sidwick said: “I wish to thank the people of Dorset who contributed to the survey, which we conducted with the British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC) in the autumn of last year. “The outcome of that survey gave a clear indication that the people who took part wanted firearms licensing to return to Dorset. “This change, which will take place this autumn, will bring about greater local control and accountability, and more flexibility to deal with the needs of local communities. “Both I and the chief constable believe that bringing back separate units will result in an improved service to the Dorset public and businesses.” Alison Hernandez, PCC for Devon, Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly, added: “I would like to thank all those who took the time to give us their views via the survey. It gave us a clear in
Dee Ward has been appointed as the chair for Scottish Land & Estates (SLE). The appointee has excellent credentials. Mr Ward owns and runs a mixed upland estate in the Angus Glens, the Rottal Estate, which he bought with the proceeds of successful businesses. Although it is a traditional sporting estate the focus is also on biodiversity and wildlife. There is also a hydro-electric scheme in place. The estate plays an important part in the local community, providing employment and supporting tourism with holiday lets, weddings and events. Conservation projects include peatland restoration, flood control, tree planting and river restoration. Dee has contributed articles to Shooting Times. He is also chairman of Wildlife Estates Scotland (WES) and the Angus Glens Moorland Group. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Rottal Estate (@rottalestate) Education He is keen to counter criticism of shooting with facts and by informing and meeting his opponents, saying in