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SPA gamebird release decision delayed by Defra
The final policy decision by the Secretary of State regarding the release of gamebirds on or near Special Protection Areas in England has been delayed further.
NPCC firearms lead visits BASC
Chief constable Debbie Tedds, chair of FELWG on the National Police Chiefs’ Council, met with BASC chief executive Ian Bell to discuss firearms law and licensing.
BASC secures concession on gamebird release reporting
Following intervention from BASC, a reporting process for shoots releasing gamebirds on or near a Special Protection Area has been streamlined.
Competing at Crufts: what to expect
Heading to Crufts next week? Here’s all the information you need on what to expect from competing in BASC’s working gundog classes.
Scottish grouse bill – where we are now
Following last week’s vote on Stage 2 amendments to the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill, Peter Clark gives a summary of events.
Home Office launches consultation on deregulating sound moderators
BASC has welcomed a government decision to launch a public consultation on a proposal to remove sound moderators from firearms licensing controls.
Critical BASC amendment accepted on Scottish grouse Bill
A second day of MSP voting on the Wildlife Management and Muirburn (Scotland) Bill has seen a vital BASC amendment accepted.
Deer chillers now available through Defra grant scheme
The government has announced that, as of today, deer chillers are one of the items available via the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund.
New BASC scholarship launched to support conservationists of the future
The BASC Wildlife Fund David Gray Scholarship offers grants to students currently studying, or aiming to study, subjects related to conservation or land management.