BASC joins launch of new partnership
23rd July 2021
BASC is one of nine leading rural organisations which have joined the new Aim to Sustain partnership.
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BASC issues firearms advice after hackers steal data
21st July 2021
BASC is advising its members to be vigilant around home security after a potential data-breach of a website dealing in firearms.
BASC to challenge Wild Justice action
16th July 2021
BASC will use its Fighting Fund to back controlled heather burning following the announcement that Wild Justice is seeking a judicial review on burning regulations on designated sites in England.
New research evaluates social impact of shooting
16th July 2021
New scientific research has found that shooting and shooting-related activities significantly boosts the well-being of participants.
Should we play politics with animals’ feelings?
14th July 2021
BASC’s Dr Conor O’Gorman considers the progress of the government’s Animal Welfare (Sentience) Bill and the risk it poses to sustainable shooting and rural life.
Another successful nesting season for BASC’s osprey project
14th July 2021
With a total of 15 chicks reared from six nest sites, BASC’s osprey project is heralding another hugely successful breeding season in the Lake District.
10 things not to miss at The Game Fair
14th July 2021
With just over a week to go until this year’s Game Fair, check out our top 10 must-visit stands and activities across the weekend.
Government trophy hunting inquiry – will the truth prevail?
7th July 2021
Read Conor O’Gorman’s blog on the government’s new Animals Abroad inquiry and why this is an important opportunity for MPs to hear the evidence on overseas hunting and the import of trophies.
Let’s Learn Moor – no spirit dampening here
6th July 2021
Despite dreich conditions, BASC’s Curtis Mossop reflects on a glorious day two of Let’s Learn Moor in the Yorkshire Dales.