Rural organisations have issued a joint statement following the Scottish Government’s proposals to introduce a licensing scheme for grouse shooting.
Licensing grouse shooting must not jeopardise jobs and conservation Read more...
BASC’s Dr Colin Shedden provided evidence to the House of Commons Scottish Affairs Committee inquiry into firearms licensing regulation.
BASC gives evidence at Scottish firearms licensing inquiry Read more...
BASC continues to monitor the developing situation with avian influenza, providing the latest advice and guidance to members via our AI hub.
BASC issues AI update Read more...
The MSP for Angus and North Mearns visited Glen Lethnot Estate in the Angus Glens to observe controlled burning of heather.
Mairi Gougeon MSP visits Glen Lethnot for burning demonstration Read more...
BASC has joined forces with Scotland’s Regional Moorland Groups and the Kennel Club to raise their concerns about the Hunting With Dogs (Scotland) Bill,
Hunting With Dogs Bill a threat to gundog trials and field sports Read more...
The intention is to introduce the recommendations of the “Werritty Review” including licensing for grouse moor management.
New grouse Bill must not create barriers or ban for shooting Read more...
The Junior Macnab Challenge, held at the Moy Country Fair, proved more popular than ever.
Highland MSP celebrates young shots’ success at Moy Read more...
Angus SNP MP Dave Doogan visited an estate within the glens of his constituency ahead of the start of the grouse season.
The gift of grouse to rural sustainability Read more...
The leaflet aims to highlight the support that is available to certificate holders and encourages those who need help to seek it.
Leaflet launched offering mental health support to firearms licence holders Read more...
Scotland’s deer population is estimated to be in excess of one million, but many trained recreational deer stalkers in Scotland struggle to access deer management opportunities.
Scotland’s recreational deer stalkers left out in the cold Read more...
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