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Important information for deer managers in Scotland
The first of three legislative changes for Scottish deer managers came into force on 21 October 2023, following a Scottish government consultation earlier this year.
Country Food Trust announced as Eat Game Awards charity of the year
The Country Food Trust has been selected as the charity of the year for the 2024 Eat Game Awards.

National Trust elections and AGM motions
The National Trust is an important stakeholder in rural England and Wales. If you’re a member, ensure you have your say in the upcoming Council elections and AGM.

Have you had your certificate backdated?
If you have been issued with a backdated firearms or shotgun certificate following a delay in your renewal, we’d like to hear from you.

Game assurance scheme transfers from BGA to Aim to Sustain
The assurance scheme built by British Game Assurance will be transferred to Aim to Sustain, it was announced today.

New HSE consultation launched on lead ammunition
A HSE consultation on the outdoor use of lead ammunition in England, Scotland and Wales revises previous proposals, removing restrictions on the use of lead airgun pellets.

Labour support for sustainable shooting highlighted at party conference
Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Reed said the Labour party wants a ‘respectful relationship’ with the countryside.

Thérèse Coffey gives keynote speech at BASC rural reception
Environment Secretary Thérèse Coffey spoke of her support for shooting during her speech at the Conservative Autumn Conference this week.

Hunting with Dogs Act now law in Scotland
BASC is urging members to familiarise themselves with the new Hunting with Dogs (Scotland) Act 2023 when undertaking fox and rabbit control with dogs.