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
Recording birds, butterflies and invertebrates in game cover crops
Game cover crops are full of wildlife, but how can you prove it? BASC’s Ian Danby shares some ideas on how to show the biodiversity on your shoot.
The Peppering Biodiversity Project
The Peppering Biodiversity Project is a success story for nature recovery being delivered at
a large scale on an arable farm in West Sussex.
Tick awareness: staying safe in the countryside this summer
BASC’s deer officer James Sutcliffe explains that while small in size, ticks can pose a significant health risk, making awareness and vigilance essential.
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The latest news from BASC
Latest Home Office figures demonstrate the need for firearms licensing reform, says BASC
BASC has renewed its call for the creation of a single firearms licensing authority to remove the ‘postcode lottery’ for certificate holders in England and Wales.
BASC at The Game Fair 2026
BASC is gearing up for another major presence at The Game Fair, with an expanded stand, interactive experiences and expert-led demonstrations.
BASC experts brief parliamentarians on deer management and sustainable shooting
BASC addressed the APPG for Shooting and Conservation this week, providing updates on key issues affecting sustainable shooting in the UK.