Share the benefits of grouse shooting
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.
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Political affairs
BASC warns against fee increase without licensing reform
BASC has called for an urgent meeting with the Policing Minister following the Home Office’s announcement of plans to increase firearms licensing fees.
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HSE recommendations on lead restriction proposals explained
Read our explanation of the HSE’s proposals on restrictions for lead ammunition in more detail, plus BASC’s position on each.
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Moving away from lead: the next stage
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.
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Gloucestershire firearms licensing: Encouraging signs, but work remains
Gloucestershire Constabulary has confirmed that its ongoing firearms licensing issues are being addressed, following a key meeting with BASC.
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Gloucestershire firearms grant applications to resume after BASC pressure
Gloucestershire firearms licensing procedures have taken a significant step forward following sustained pressure from BASC.
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Both Barrels: the state of firearms licensing
Bill Harriman is back with his Both Barrels column, this time focusing Gloucestershire police’s decision to cease processing grants.
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NatureScot Species Licensing Review – make your voice heard
BASC is asking all members in Scotland to complete the NatureScot Species Licensing Review questionnaire before closing date on 20 November.
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Gloucestershire Constabulary suspends certificate grants
BASC has accused Gloucestershire Constabulary of failing to fulfil a statutory duty by suspending firearm certificate grants.
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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.
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