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Author name: Colin Shedden

Colin Shedden has been BASC Scotland director since 1994 having first worked for BASC from 1984. He holds a PhD in Zoology from the University of Glasgow and has been embroiled in the debates surrounding lead shot for over 30 years.

Hunting with Dogs (Scotland) Bill

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BASC’s Dr Colin Shedden reflects on the implications for shooting of the recently published Hunting with Dogs (Scotland) Bill.

Open letter to the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission

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Read our open letter to the Scottish Animal Welfare Commission following the Scottish Government’s response to the deer working group project.

Lead Shot: A Historical Reflection

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In this blog, BASC Scotland director, Dr Colin Shedden, explores BASC’s long-standing involvement with lead shot and how the policy and science has evolved over the years.

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