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High Court green lights BASC judicial review against NE
The High Court has granted BASC permission on all grounds to proceed with its Judicial Review challenge against Natural England.
BASC: Deer policy welcome, but no to mandatory training by the back door
The England deer impacts policy statement sets out a plan to protect woodland, manage deer populations and promote the sustainable supply of wild venison.
Vote for the Eat Game Awards Champion of Champions
Cast your vote in the 2026 Eat Game Awards and help decide who will be crowned this year’s Champion of Champions.
Conservation in action – Winter 2025/26
Read our latest update on BASC conservation projects, including how you, your shoot or club can get involved.
BASC’s Conor O’Gorman wins Media Contributor of the Year award
BASC’s Dr Conor O’Gorman was named Media Contributor of the Year at the NEC Birmingham over the weekend.
Don’t miss BASC Scotland’s Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management Day
Book your place for BASC Scotland’s Gamekeeping and Wildlife Management Day, being held at Scone Palace on 23 March 2026.
Sporting rates relief change welcome but falls short, says BASC
The Scottish Government has amended its approach to sporting rates relief, which BASC describes as a step towards addressing concerns raised by the sector.
BASC pays tribute to Christopher Graffius
BASC has today paid tribute to Christopher Graffius, who passed away peacefully yesterday after a long illness.
BASC briefs MPs at APPG ahead of firearms licensing debate
BASC is briefing MPs ahead of the debate on the petition against proposals to make shotguns subject to the same licensing rules as rifles.