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BASC launches new social media guide
BASC’s new social media guide is designed to help you share your passion online in a way that promotes understanding, respect and highlights the benefits shooting delivers.
Watch: Game for racing
Watch what happened when we cooked a game breakfast for the team at the yard of top National Hunt racehorse trainer, Fergal O’Brien.
BASC publishes most comprehensive firearms licensing report to date
BASC has published a major new report reviewing the performance of police firearms licensing departments in England and Wales.
MP visits wildfowlers championing conservation
Charlotte Cane MP gained an insight into wildfowl conservation and habitat management during a recent visit to the Ouse Washes.
Minister hails £246m natural capital contribution from Scottish shooting
Scotland’s shooting sector delivers more than £246 million in annual natural capital benefits, according to a new report launched by BASC at the Scottish Game Fair on 4 July.
BASC response to government announcement on lead ammunition ban
Read BASC’s statement in response to the Government’s announcement regarding restrictions on the sale and use of lead ammunition.
BASC: Natural England falling short on conservation licensing
BASC questions Natural England’s commitment to conservation amid failing licensing performance that threatens biodiversity.
From phone to fame: Feature in the BASC 2026 calendar
The BASC calendar competition is open to all members and offers you the chance to have your work proudly displayed as part of our 2026 wall calendar.
Saving the curlew: BASC explores solutions with Welsh Government
BASC joined the Deputy First Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies, on a national park visit to to see how targeted conservation measures are helping curlew in Wales.