Avian Influenza update in France
A substantial number of confirmed cases means it is extremely likely that there will be issues with the supply of eggs and chicks from France.
BASC condemns illegal killing of buzzard following court conviction
BASC has strongly condemned the illegal killing of a buzzard after a gamekeeper was convicted at Scarborough Magistrates’ Court.
The organisation confirmed that the individual convicted was not a BASC member, and that behaviour of this nature by any member would result in immediate expulsion.
BASC’s chief executive Ian Bell said: “The illegal killing of a buzzard is a serious criminal act and we unequivocally condemn it. This sort of behaviour has no place in the shooting community.
“This individual was not a BASC member, but if they had been, they would have faced expulsion. BASC has a zero-tolerance approach to wildlife crime and to anyone who brings shooting into disrepute through illegal or unethical behaviour.
“The overwhelming majority of ‘keepers and land managers understand and follow the law.”
BASC said wildlife crime undermines conservation, damages public confidence and harms the reputation of responsible shooting and land management.
The organisation continues to work with members, enforcement agencies and government to promote high standards and full compliance with the law.
Share
Avian influenza 90-day movement restriction to be cut by two-thirds
BASC has received ministerial confirmation that AI movement restrictions for importing gamebirds and other poultry to Great Britain will be cut from 90 days to 30 days.
Have you booked your BASC shoot visit yet?
BASC’s shoot visits have been taken up by more than 300 shoots this year, and are on target to hit 400 by the end of 2021.