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Government’s decision unnecessary and an erosion of civil liberties, says BASC
BASC has criticised the government’s decision to grant police automatic powers of entry into the homes of firearms certificate holders.
BASC raises serious concerns over misleading WWT film
BASC has expressed serious concerns over the Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust releasing a misleading and factually inaccurate video.
New film profiles BASC’s work with the media
BASC’s latest film explores BASC’s work to build relationships with the media to ensure shooting’s voice is heard.
Conservation in action newsletter – February 2025
Read our latest update on BASC conservation projects, including how you, your shoot or club can get involved.
Government’s justification for firearms fees increase ‘bogus’, says BASC
On the day the new fees came into effect, only seven of 42 constabularies had guaranteed the funds would go towards improving firearms licensing.
BASC gift gives young filmmakers a boost
BASC has donated camera equipment to a charity which provides filmmaking training for young people in South Wales.
New guide promotes firearms safety and mental health awareness
The National Police Chiefs’ Council has launched a new guide to support firearms certificate holders experiencing poor mental health.
Book tickets for the BASC National Wildfowling Conference
Tickets are on sale for BASC’s National Wildfowling Conference, which takes place at the Crowne Plaza, Birmingham NEC, on 29 March 2025.
Take our short survey on firearms licensing in your area
BASC is working to gather information on the shooting community’s experiences of firearms licensing in England, Scotland and Wales.
