BASC has condemned the government’s decision to increase firearms licensing fees to full-cost recovery without fixing the inefficiencies undermining the current system.
BASC condemns proposed firearms fees hike as a threat to public safety Read more...
Today marks the third consecutive day of thaw conditions in Scotland, following a call for voluntary restraint due to severe weather.
Lifting of voluntary restraint in Scotland Read more...
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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The shortlist has been unveiled and voting opened for the 2025 Eat Game Awards, spotlighting the best in game cookery, promotion and innovation.
Cast your vote in the Eat Game Awards 2025 Read more...
BASC is inviting nominations for its prestigious annual awards, recognising individuals for outstanding contribution to shooting and conservation.
Do you know someone worthy of a BASC award? Read more...
Due to widespread severe weather, BASC is calling for those who shoot in Scotland to exercise restraint in the shooting of ducks, geese and waders including reared mallard.
Severe weather prompts call for voluntary restraint for waterfowl shooting in Scotland Read more...
Judging in BASC’s gamekeeper rings at Crufts is a dream for many who have dedicated years to breeding and training working gundogs.
Crufts 2025: meet the judges Read more...
The development of a cutting-edge digital training academy will be boosted by a £40,000 cash injection from BASC via its Legacy Fund.
BASC funds national police training to combat poaching Read more...
BASC has called for an urgent meeting with the Policing Minister following the Home Office’s announcement of plans to increase firearms licensing fees.
BASC warns against fee increase without licensing reform Read more...
The NCA launched a campaign to tackle a surge in firearm certificate fraud and stop the illegal acquisition of firearms and ammunition.
National campaign launched to tackle firearm certificate fraud Read more...
