BASC East Archives | The British Association for Shooting and Conservation

Shooting exempt and tackling hysteria

Post published:15th September 2020

Dan Reynolds discusses shooting’s exemption from the ‘rule of six’ and why the media are so interested in shooting.

COVID-19 exemption for shooting granted in England

Post published:14th September 2020

Shooting is able to operate under social distancing guidance, and its benefits to the rural economy, social and mental well-being makes it inclusion significant.

Defra confirm ‘green light’ for shooting in England

Post published:26th May 2020

Government minister tells parliament that shooting is permitted.

End of season highlights

Post published:31st January 2020

With the pheasant, partridge and wildfowl (above the high water mark) seasons finishing this weekend, BASC’s regional teams provide their highlights.

Bird Flu Update

Post published:11th December 2019

BASC is advising members of a single incident of ‘low pathogen avian flu’ at a chicken farm in Suffolk.

BASC seeks nominations for 2020 Council election

Post published:21st November 2019

We are looking for candidates who are strategic thinkers ready to take the association forward.

BASC relaunch its political campaign website ahead of General Election

Post published:30th October 2019

Following confirmation that a General Election will take place, BASC has relaunched its campaign website.

Rural groups look to secure the future of shooting: Our joint letter to the Times on lead ammunition.

Post published:20th September 2019

By working together, acting positively and promoting all research and development into new products, rural groups are looking to secure the future of shooting.

BASC respond to wildlife crime penalties consultation in Scotland

Post published:16th August 2019

BASC strongly condemn all forms of wildlife crime, and we hope that these increased penalties will send a clear message to those intent on committing such serious crimes.