The impact of avian influenza on game shooting
If you’re involved in running a shoot, please complete our survey regarding the impact of avian influenza on the 2022/23 season.
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Gamekeeping
Avian influenza 90-day movement restriction to be cut by two-thirds
BASC has received ministerial confirmation that AI movement restrictions for importing gamebirds and other poultry to Great Britain will be cut from 90 days to 30 days.
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The GWCT Big Farmland Bird Count gets underway
The GWCT Big Farmland Bird Count allows shoots to measure the positive impact of their conservation work.
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Defra Minister taking “a balanced approach” on snares
BASC review what was said following a parliamentary debate discussing banning the use of snares in England.
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‘Catching up’ permitted following risk assessment
The Avian Influenza Prevention Zones in England, Scotland and Wales were amended today, 9 January, following a Defra risk assessment.
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BASC urges caution over possible changes to EU trade rules
The European Commission is considering changes to EU rules which would impact the trade of eggs and birds from areas hit by avian influenza (AI).
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RSPB ignoring the evidence over gamebird release
Read our response to the RSPB’s unfounded call for a moratorium on gamebird release to prevent the spread of avian influenza.
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Tougher sentencing to tackle illegal hare coursing
Tough new measures, that have come into force in England and Wales, have been welcomed by BASC.
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T Level habitat management course review extended
The review provides the opportunity to secure funding for game and wildlife course in the future.
T Level habitat management course review extended Read more...
Gamekeeping Taskforce “needed now more than ever”
BASC Scotland is urging the Minister for Environment and Land Reform to address the difficulties facing gamekeepers and rural workers.
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