BASC is committed to seeing tougher penalties imposed under the Government’s new Animal Welfare Bill for those found guilty of gamebird worrying.
Gamebird worrying must be tackled by Welfare Bill says BASC Read more...
Read Conor O’Gorman’s blog following the inclusion of plans for new animal welfare legislation in the Queen’s speech in parliament yesterday.
Challenges for shooting in animal welfare shake-up Read more...
The Government has announced an interim licensing scheme for gamebird release on and within 500 metres of European Protected Sites.
Interim gamebird release licensing scheme announced Read more...
After 10 years at the helm, BASC’s Glynn Evans has stepped down as chair of the England and Wales Poaching Priority Delivery Group.
Glynn Evans steps down as PPDG chair Read more...
BASC has conducted an online survey to inform our future work in relation to dog theft.
BASC dog owner survey – the cost of dog theft Read more...
Read the joint statement issued in response to the NGDA’s announcement regarding lead-free supply chains from 1 July 2022.
Shooting group responds to NGDA statement Read more...
Government propose short-term licensing measures for gamebird release on and near to protected sites in latest consultation.
‘Unnecessary’ interim licences must not disrupt shooting, says BASC Read more...
BASC is raising awareness of attacks on the gamekeeping profession that are unwarranted and would not be accepted in any other occupation.
Gamekeeper survey reports alarming increase in abuse Read more...
Fuelled largely by media bias and a populist agenda, the anti-gamekeeper feeding frenzy of late must cease, says Ian Grindy.
The unsung victims Read more...
BASC highlights help and support available to ‘keepers and shoot managers.
BASC issues ‘end of season’ advice for shoots Read more...
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