A decision by the Scottish government to ban snares would be catastrophic to threatened bird species, including the iconic capercaillie.
Scottish snaring ban would be “catastrophic” for threatened species Read more...
BASC has added to its portfolio of deer stalking opportunities for members with the opening of a new scheme in Lancashire.
BASC launches new deer stalking scheme in Lancashire Read more...
The first of three legislative changes for Scottish deer managers came into force on 21 October 2023, following a Scottish government consultation earlier this year.
Important information for deer managers in Scotland Read more...
If you have been issued with a backdated firearms or shotgun certificate following a delay in your renewal, we’d like to hear from you.
Have you had your certificate backdated? Read more...
Nick Beavis has been crowned the winner of this year’s BASC .410 World Championships, chalking up a fifth win in the competition.
Nick takes .410 World Championship title for a fifth time Read more...
The Agriculture (Wales) Act will make it illegal to use snares in Wales, despite the threat to species conservation and livestock protection.
Snares banned in Wales despite threat to vulnerable species Read more...
BASC’s Dr Conor O’Gorman this morning featured on BBC Radio 4’s Farming Today programme to discuss the issue of de-banking of people and businesses associated with shooting.
Entries are open for this year’s .410 World Championships, sponsored by BASC, taking place at Dovey Valley Shooting Ground on 1 October.
Enter the BASC .410 World Championships Read more...
New data from Natural England shows 141 hen harrier chicks fledged in England this year, the seventh year in a row that numbers have increased.
Another record year for hen harriers as 141 chicks fledge in England Read more...
Virginia Crosbie MP attended the Welsh Game Fair to show her support for her rural constituents, hundreds of whom are BASC members.
BASC welcomes Virginia Crosbie MP to Welsh Game Fair Read more...
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