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BASC’s response to Scottish general licences consultation
BASC has submitted its response to NatureScot’s public consultation, supporting the continuation of the general licensing system in Scotland.
What happens next in our case against Natural England
Following the successful High Court challenge against Natural England, BASC is back in court this week to hear how the judgment in the case will take effect.
BASC welcomes single licensing authority but rejects Section 2 recommendation
BASC has welcomed HMICFRS’s call for a single firearms licensing authority but firmly rejected its recommendation on Section 2 shotgun certificates.
BASC Wildlife Fund trustees see biodiversity gains first-hand
BASC Wildlife Fund trustees recently visited the Monkwood shoot in Derbyshire to see the biodiversity gains supported by a 2025 grant.
BASC and Hampshire Police team up at New Forest Show
BASC and Hampshire Police answered firearms licensing questions at the New Forest Show and will team up again at Hampshire Countryside Day.
Natural England moves protected sites casework to new online portal
Natural England has moved SSSI consents and notices to a new online portal. Find out what’s changed and what you need to do.
4,186 young people try clay shooting at Poacher 2026
4,186 young people. Six days. 276 hours of coaching. BASC’s have-a-go shooting line was one of the highlights of Poacher 2026.
Grouse season opens with bright prospects
Grouse shooting gets under way today, and BASC members heading out on the moor have cause for optimism after two difficult seasons.
Delayed release requirement scrapped for six Special Protection Areas
Natural England has advised of changes to the likely licencing outcomes for gamebird releasing on six Special Protection Areas in England.