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
Monk Wood Shoot
Jim and Catherine Allsop are committed to nature recovery at the Monk Wood Shoot near Chesterfield – a small DIY game shoot that has maximised its conservation potential.
Respond to trail hunting consultation to prevent unintended consequences for working dogs
Respond to Defra’s consultation on trail hunting before 18 June to prevent unintended consequences for working dogs across the board.
Adder bite prompts warning to dog owners
A Labrador owner whose dog survived an adder bite is urging others to be aware of the risks after a frightening encounter.
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The latest news from BASC
Help gather evidence on grey squirrel bark stripping
UK Squirrel Accord’s UK-wide survey assesses the damage caused to trees and woodlands by non-native grey squirrels. Here is why you should take part too.
Placing shooting at the heart of Scotland’s living heritage
BASC Scotland has made submissions for the inclusion of Scottish wildfowling and gamekeeping in the Scottish living heritage inventory.
BASC Wales swaps Wrexham for Westminster
Following on from a visit to the association’s headquarters in Rossett, BASC Wales team attended Andrew Ranger MP’s Wrexham Showcase event in Westminster.