Scottish Government considers ban on snares
The Scottish Government’s suggestion that it would consider a statutory ban on snares would be ‘disastrous for land managers’ says BASC.
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Gamekeeping
Have you booked your BASC shoot visit yet?
BASC’s shoot visits have been taken up by more than 300 shoots this year, and are on target to hit 400 by the end of 2021.
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BASC issues reminder on gamebird reporting condition
BASC has issued a reminder of the legal obligations of shoots releasing gamebirds on or within 500m of a European Protected Site in England.
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Gamebird worrying must be tackled by Welfare Bill says BASC
BASC is committed to seeing tougher penalties imposed under the Government’s new Animal Welfare Bill for those found guilty of gamebird worrying.
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Challenges for shooting in animal welfare shake-up
Read Conor O’Gorman’s blog following the inclusion of plans for new animal welfare legislation in the Queen’s speech in parliament yesterday.
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Interim gamebird release licensing scheme announced
The Government has announced an interim licensing scheme for gamebird release on and within 500 metres of European Protected Sites.
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Glynn Evans steps down as PPDG chair
After 10 years at the helm, BASC’s Glynn Evans has stepped down as chair of the England and Wales Poaching Priority Delivery Group.
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BASC dog owner survey – the cost of dog theft
BASC has conducted an online survey to inform our future work in relation to dog theft.
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Shooting group responds to NGDA statement
Read the joint statement issued in response to the NGDA’s announcement regarding lead-free supply chains from 1 July 2022.
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‘Unnecessary’ interim licences must not disrupt shooting, says BASC
Government propose short-term licensing measures for gamebird release on and near to protected sites in latest consultation.
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