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Emergency action plan for capercaillie recovery gathers pace
The Capercaillie Emergency Plan, which aims to reverse the fortunes of the iconic Scottish bird, has been launched in Scotland.

BASC receives conservation award from European hunters’ federation
The BASC Wildlife Fund received an award for its role in wildlife conservation from FACE – the European Federation for Hunting and Conservation.

Importance of rural voices being heard highlighted at Conservative conference
“It’s a complex picture and it is important that you are listened to”, said Shadow Environment Secretary Steve Barclay MP at BASC’s Conservative rural reception.

BASC delivers more training for police firearms enquiry officers
BASC has helped deliver a pilot course for police FEOs, giving them hands-on experience shooting activities they are likely to encounter.

Defra minister recognises ‘really important role’ of BASC
Speaking at the Labour Party conference Rural Reception, Minister Daniel Zeichner recognised the important role of BASC.

BASC Women in Shooting hosts simulated Macnab
BASC Women in Shooting hosted simulated McNab at Gleneagles Shooting School.

EFRA committee chair calls for close engagement with BASC and rural communities
Speaking at the Liberal Democrat Conference in Brighton yesterday, Alistair Carmichael MP highlighted the importance of shooting to rural Britain.

BASC delivers training for Police Scotland
BASC recently hosted ten firearms enquiry officers from Police Scotland as part of an ongoing commitment to provide training support for the force.

BASC Wildlife Fund seeks new trustees
The BASC Wildlife Fund charity is seeking new individuals to join its board of trustees.