BASC News
Action required to tackle Britain’s worst invasive species
Significant action is being called for as levels of management have dropped as a result of lockdown measures.
Get your ducks in a row
Releasing reared mallard can be counter-productive, says James Green. Instead, try siting duck nest tubes which have proven to boost wild bird populations.
A helping hand for Tufty
Richard Saunders, a journalist and airgun shooter with over 30 years’ experience, explains how airgun shooters are spearheading a project to return red squirrels to Cornwall.
Defra confirm ‘green light’ for shooting in England
Government minister tells parliament that shooting is permitted.
Fighting Back
Airgun enthusiast and BASC member Jason Braithwaite reports on an exciting and successful red squirrel conservation project taking place in woodlands of Western Lakeland.
BASC welcome Scottish Government’s route out of lockdown
The publication of the Scottish Government’s roadmap through and out of the Covid-19 crisis is ‘a welcome step’, says BASC.
National police chief gives clear guidance on shooting under Covid-19 restrictions
This advice sets out a clear marker for police forces to follow clarifying some of the confusion that has been evident in the last week or so.
Stop aquatic invaders musseling in
Foreign molluscs pose a threat to the ecosystem of UK waterways. Ian Danby explains how shooters can help stop their spread.
The Day of the Triffids
The old adage of managing plants by mouth, match or machine is a good one but some species are causing us some serious issues. Ian Danby looks at invasive alien plant species.