Lifting of voluntary restraint in Scotland
Today marks the third consecutive day of thaw conditions in Scotland, following a call for voluntary restraint due to severe weather.
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Severe weather prompts call for voluntary restraint for waterfowl shooting in Scotland
Due to widespread severe weather, BASC is calling for those who shoot in Scotland to exercise restraint in the shooting of ducks, geese and waders including reared mallard.
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Must-attend events for 2025!
If you’re passionate about shooting, rural heritage, or looking for a fantastic day out, these events will be right up your alley.
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Scotland’s first licensed grouse shooting season comes to an end
This year’s grouse season in Scotland was the first with licensing in place. We debunk some of the myths which have emerged around the new licensing regime.
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BASC continues to support Police Scotland through training
BASC hosted 20 members of Police Scotland’s firearms licensing team last week as part of our commitment to provide training for the force.
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One to watch in December: The Last Keeper
“A haunting echo of the past Highland Clearances”; Mike Montgomery reviews The Last Keeper, the feature-length documentary released earlier this year.
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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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Emergency action plan for capercaillie recovery gathers pace
The Capercaillie Emergency Plan, which aims to reverse the fortunes of the iconic Scottish bird, has been launched in Scotland.
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BASC delivers training for Police Scotland
BASC recently hosted ten firearms enquiry officers from Police Scotland as part of an ongoing commitment to provide training support for the force.
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BASC welcomes Scottish deer pilot scheme, but more incentivisation required
Two pilot schemes aimed at deer managers have launched in Scotland, but BASC has urged the Scottish government to do more to incentivise the sector.
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