Latest news
We deal extensively with national, regional and local media on a range of topics.
BASC warns against fee increase without licensing reform
BASC has called for an urgent meeting with the Policing Minister following the Home Office’s announcement of plans to increase firearms licensing fees.
National campaign launched to tackle firearm certificate fraud
The NCA launched a campaign to tackle a surge in firearm certificate fraud and stop the illegal acquisition of firearms and ammunition.
Help highlight the value of shooting in protecting UK woodlands
Share your views to help shape future guidance on the challenges of mammal damage to trees and the effectiveness of protection methods.
Could you help shape the future of BASC?
Do you, or someone you know, have the passion and skills to make a real difference to shooting and conservation? Put yourself forward for election to BASC Council today.
Moving away from lead: the next stage
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has sent its final recommendations to the government on restriction proposals for lead ammunition in England, Scotland and Wales.
Olympic hopefuls awarded BASC Legacy Sponsorships
Two young competitive shooters, Courtney Palmer-Jones and Bethany Norton, have been selected as recipients of the BASC Legacy Sponsorship awards for 2024.
Scotland’s first licensed grouse shooting season comes to an end
This year’s grouse season in Scotland was the first with licensing in place. We debunk some of the myths which have emerged around the new licensing regime.
Gloucestershire firearms licensing: Encouraging signs, but work remains
Gloucestershire Constabulary has confirmed that its ongoing firearms licensing issues are being addressed, following a key meeting with BASC.
BASC continues to support Police Scotland through training
BASC hosted 20 members of Police Scotland’s firearms licensing team last week as part of our commitment to provide training for the force.
