BASC is seeking assurances from all PCCs that funds raised from any fees increase will be used to resource firearms licensing departments.
PCCs must use firearms licensing fees to improve service, says BASC Read more...
BASC has welcomed the Government’s robust response to a petition calling for a ban on driven grouse shooting.
BASC welcomes government support for sustainable grouse shooting Read more...
BASC has warned that the government’s decision to significantly increase firearms licensing fees poses a threat to rural livelihoods.
Rural livelihoods at risk due to firearms fees hike, says BASC Read more...
BASC has condemned the government’s decision to increase firearms licensing fees to full-cost recovery without fixing the inefficiencies undermining the current system.
BASC condemns proposed firearms fees hike as a threat to public safety Read more...
BASC is asking its members and supporters to promote the benefits of grouse shooting to their local MPs and push back against a Wild Justice petition.
Share the benefits of grouse shooting Read more...
BASC has called for an urgent meeting with the Policing Minister following the Home Office’s announcement of plans to increase firearms licensing fees.
BASC warns against fee increase without licensing reform Read more...
Read our explanation of the HSE’s proposals on restrictions for lead ammunition in more detail, plus BASC’s position on each.
HSE recommendations on lead restriction proposals explained Read more...
The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) has sent its final recommendations to the government on restriction proposals for lead ammunition in England, Scotland and Wales.
Moving away from lead: the next stage Read more...
Gloucestershire Constabulary has confirmed that its ongoing firearms licensing issues are being addressed, following a key meeting with BASC.
Gloucestershire firearms licensing: Encouraging signs, but work remains Read more...
Gloucestershire firearms licensing procedures have taken a significant step forward following sustained pressure from BASC.
Gloucestershire firearms grant applications to resume after BASC pressure Read more...
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