BASC media
BASC’s media team are responsible for representing shooting and the organisation to the press. We also work to inform, educate and entertain BASC members and non-members through a range of channels.
What we do
Our media team work alongside BASC regional representatives and subject-matter experts to provide informed commentary and interviews on key issues, for both national and local media outlets.
Find out more about what we do below and how we are constantly striving to support shooting, our members and the rural communities by giving them a voice.
If you have a story or potential feature, please email media@basc.org.uk – we would love to hear from you.
For journalist enquiries, contact our press office during office hours on 01244 573 052, or outside office hours on 07970 096 554.
Latest BASC features
Natural Environment Bill must not threaten conservation investment from game shooting
Peter Clark reflects on work carried out behind the scenes by BASC on the Natural Environment Bill and looks ahead to what comes next.
Message to the minister
We share a letter sent by a BASC member to the Policing Minister on plans to consult on moving Section 2 certification (shotguns) to Section 1 (mostly rifles).
Food for thought: An expert’s advice on good game handling
Nick Lister of Ox Close Fine Foods explains to BASC’s Julia Newman how to get game to the table in the best possible condition.
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The latest news from BASC
BASC announced as official partner of The Stalking Show
BASC has agreed a new three-year partnership with The Stalking Show, which will be held at Staffordshire County Showground on 11-12 April 2026.
Peter Swann recognised with BASC Special Presentation Award
Peter Swann has received a BASC Special Presentation Award in recognition of more than 15 years of service to Woodhouse Gun Club.
BASC warns minister against shotgun–firearms licensing merger
BASC met the new Policing Minister to raise concerns affecting the shooting community, including a forthcoming consultation on plans to merge shotgun and firearms licensing.