Fife MP hails rural college a ‘gateway of opportunity’ for prospective gamekeepers
Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) is providing Fife’s young people with a unique opportunity to enter the gamekeeping profession, according to the MP for North East Fife.
High Court decision ‘doesn’t change anything’, says BASC
The decision to refuse our application as an interested party will not stop our work and actions to ensure a future proof and workable set of licences.
Why the countryside can’t operate under Packham’s flag of peace
So Chris Packham wants a truce. He wants to be shooting’s friend and offer us a way to salvation; a way out of the troubles he insists are leading us down the path to our own destruction.
Gamekeeper of the Month – August
Our next Gamekeeper of the Month is head keeper Ian Sleightholm from Bolton Castle estate. Ian talks about the reasons behind his decision to become a keeper, what he loves about his profession the most and why he would encourage the young generation to consider a career in gamekeeping.
Voting shelved on Europe-wide lead shot ban
BASC continues to support a five year transition away from lead shot for live quarry shooting following an attempted wider ban on lead shot.
Time to reflect
How sustainable is shooting in the UK? Has the coronavirus pandemic highlighted areas in which changes need to be made? Steve Bloomfield mulls over some questions.
Moorland
A closer look at moorland habitat, its management and benefits for the natural environment and rural communities.
Why the countryside can’t operate under Packham’s flag of peace
So Chris Packham wants a truce. He wants to be shooting’s friend and offer us a way to salvation; a way out of the troubles he insists are leading us down the path to our own destruction.
Grouse prospects 2020
Following the wettest winter for a long time and the driest spring ever the mighty grouse have commendably managed to not only breed but produce some good broods.
Dog Insurance
BASC has teamed up with Agria Pet Insurance to provide members with a unique choice of lifetime cover and optional benefits.
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Dog Insurance
