Tweed takes top spot at Crufts 2024
A Labrador retriever from the Scottish highlands was crowned overall winner of BASC’s gamekeeper classes on Gundog Day at Crufts 2024.
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BASC’s Fighting Fund secures significant victory for member
The Fighting Fund has successfully helped a member from Cheshire win costs against the police following revocation of his certificate.
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Peri and River ready to compete at Crufts
Peri Burchmore, winner of the BASC gamekeepers’ classes on Gundog Day at Crufts 2023, will be back this year to take on the competition.
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SPA gamebird release decision delayed by Defra
The final policy decision by the Secretary of State regarding the release of gamebirds on or near Special Protection Areas in England has been delayed further.
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NPCC firearms lead visits BASC
Chief constable Debbie Tedds, chair of FELWG on the National Police Chiefs’ Council, met with BASC chief executive Ian Bell to discuss firearms law and licensing.
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BASC secures concession on gamebird release reporting
Following intervention from BASC, a reporting process for shoots releasing gamebirds on or near a Special Protection Area has been streamlined.
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Scottish grouse bill – where we are now
Following last week’s vote on Stage 2 amendments to the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill, Peter Clark gives a summary of events.
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Home Office launches consultation on deregulating sound moderators
BASC has welcomed a government decision to launch a public consultation on a proposal to remove sound moderators from firearms licensing controls.
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Critical BASC amendment accepted on Scottish grouse Bill
A second day of MSP voting on the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill has seen a vital BASC amendment accepted.
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Deer chillers now available through Defra grant scheme
The government has announced that, as of today, deer chillers are one of the items available via the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund.
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