Firearms
BASC is the only UK shooting organisation with a dedicated Firearms Team which can deal with all aspects of firearms ownership whether it be legislative, technical or practical. That’s why you should join BASC today.
The National Ballistics Intelligence Service (NaBIS) urge shooting community to stay safe. Those who own firearms and use them for work or leisure activity are being reminded to take steps to prevent themselves becoming vulnerable to criminals. Click here for further details
NEW May 2017 – National Police Chiefs Council (NPCC) issues good practice guidance to Registered Firearms Dealers. Click here for further details.
NEW May 2017 – Click here to read about changes to UK firearms law brought by the Policing and Crime Act 2017
NEW March 2017 – Click here to read about change to come from the EU Firearms Directive
Latest department publications
Click here to read the latest firearms licensing & policy news
Certificate Renewals
To help renew your certificates in time we recommend that you get your renewal applications to the police at least twelve weeks before the expiry of your certificate. Should you receive a police renewal reminder letter prior to twelve weeks, you should adhere to the guidance in the letter to obtain your renewal.
Events & Training Courses
Jun 2017
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25 Jun |
Royal Isle of Wight County Show - Isle of Wight |
| Royal Isle of Wight Agricultural Society showground, Northwood, Isle of Wight |
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28 Jun - 29 Jun |
Royal Norfolk Show |
| Royal Norfolk Showground, Dereham Rd, Norwich |
Jul 2017
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01 Jul - 02 Jul |
Chudleys Scurry League @ Costwold Show, Cirencester, SW |
| The Cotswold Show, Cirencester Park, Cirencester |
BASC welcomes police text message scheme
BASC is welcoming Thames Valley Police becoming the first force in the country to pilot a new text alert system for firearms and shotgun certificate applicants.
BASC Scotland welcomes tail docking decision
BASC has welcomed the Scottish Parliament’s decision on tail shortening.
BASC welcomes farming and environment priorities in Queen’s Speech
BASC has welcomed the fact that farming and the environment have been identified as priorities in the Queen’s Speech.
New face in BASC game and deer team
BASC’s game and deer team has welcomed James Sutcliffe as a new deer officer.