Delivering knowledge and skills for the future of shooting
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BASC statement on shoot leases on United Utilities land
BASC last night had a constructive conversation with United Utilities’ CEO, Louise Beardmore, regarding shoot leases on the company’s land.
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BASC calls on United Utilities board to review shooting ban
BASC has urged United Utilities’ board members to call for a review of the decision to end shoot leases on the water company’s land.
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Shotguns returned following pigeon shooting seizure
BASC has assisted with the return of shotguns to a group of pigeon shooters following their inappropriate seizure by Greater Manchester Police.
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United Utilities: fighting back
You can be part of shooting’s reprisal against United Utilities’ decision not to renew shoot leases on its land.
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Defra minister quizzed on gamebird release legislation
BASC quizzed Defra Minister Lord Benyon on his department’s changes to the law around releasing gamebirds, during a visit to the New Forest Show.
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BASC accuses Defra of issuing illegal advice
Defra advice leaves gamekeepers and shoot managers at risk of criminal charges.
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United Utilities decision a travesty for conservation, says BASC
Jobs will be lost, the rural economy will suffer and hands-on conservation projects overseen by the shoots will cease.
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BASC vice-president stands up for gamebird release in Parliament
Speaking at debate in the House of Commons, Sir Geoffrey Clifton-Brown has heavily criticised Defra over it’s handling of gamebird release licences in protected areas.
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Do you have game cards or game books to share?
BASC’s research team are working with the University of Exeter to look into the changes in game bags over time.
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