Write to your MP on firearms licensing fee increases
The proposed increases to firearms licensing fees damage the countryside. You can help by writing to your MP.
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PCCs must use firearms licensing fees to improve service, says BASC
BASC is seeking assurances from all PCCs that funds raised from any fees increase will be used to resource firearms licensing departments.
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BASC welcomes government support for sustainable grouse shooting
BASC has welcomed the Government’s robust response to a petition calling for a ban on driven grouse shooting.
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Rural livelihoods at risk due to firearms fees hike, says BASC
BASC has warned that the government’s decision to significantly increase firearms licensing fees poses a threat to rural livelihoods.
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BASC condemns proposed firearms fees hike as a threat to public safety
BASC has condemned the government’s decision to increase firearms licensing fees to full-cost recovery without fixing the inefficiencies undermining the current system.
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Lifting of voluntary restraint in Scotland
Today marks the third consecutive day of thaw conditions in Scotland, following a call for voluntary restraint due to severe weather.
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Duck nest monitoring project prize winner announced
We are thrilled to announce Mr Gooch from Ipswich as the very first winner of the duck nest monitoring project prize draw. Mr Gooch was very pleased to receive his duck nest monitoring project prize, a SpyPoint Flex E-36 trail camera, which he has already put to good use capturing local wildlife. Trail cameras are
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Cast your vote in the Eat Game Awards 2025
The shortlist has been unveiled and voting opened for the 2025 Eat Game Awards, spotlighting the best in game cookery, promotion and innovation.
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Do you know someone worthy of a BASC award?
BASC is inviting nominations for its prestigious annual awards, recognising individuals for outstanding contribution to shooting and conservation.
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Book tickets for the BASC National Wildfowling Conference
BASC is pleased to announce the return of the National Wildfowling Conference, taking place at the Crowne Plaza, Birmingham NEC, on 29 March 2025.
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