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.
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Latest BASC features
The benefits of controlled heather burning
There are several clear winners as a result of controlled heather burning in our upland environments, as Alex Farrell explains. Cool burning is a traditional land management practice used in moorland and upland areas of the UK. Also known as muirburn or controlled heather burning, it is used primarily to manage heather (Calluna vulgaris). The
Coming together for a cause: the 5 Regions Charity Working Test
The gundog world is uniting for the 5 Regions Charity Working Test, a national event created to raise awareness of mental health challenges in rural communities.
BASC-sponsored shooters shine on the international stage
Two BASC-sponsored target shooting athletes have been selected for the British Shooting World Class Programme.
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The latest news from BASC
BASC calls for delay to muirburn licensing scheme
Pushing ahead with scheme in its current state risks undermining efforts to manage Scotland’s uplands effectively.
Share the benefits of grouse shooting
BASC is asking its members and supporters to promote the benefits of grouse shooting to their local MPs and push back against a Wild Justice petition.
Join free BASC webinar on gamebird releasing on protected sites
BASC is inviting all shoot owners, managers and gamekeepers affected by changes to gamebird releasing in England to register for a free webinar.
