The best of both worlds?
FAC-rated air rifles offer versatility in a wide range of shooting situations, but UK shooters have been slow to catch on.
23rd September 2023
Pest and Predator Control
About Pest Control
Legislation affecting pest and predator control in the UK may differ for the same species depending on whether it occurs in England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland. BASC produces codes of practice to set the standards for sporting shooting and related wildlife management activities.
General licences for pest and predator control
General licences are issued by government agencies to provide a legal basis for people to carry out a range of activities relating to wildlife.
The general licences relevant to pest birds are issued on the basis of one or more purposes (prevent damage to crops, conservation of wild birds, preserve public health etc). They include a list of bird species for which that purpose is a valid reason for pest and predator control to be taken.
The latest update on General Licences
Getting Started
Game handling advice
All game preparation must be carried out with good food
hygiene being the number one priority.
hygiene being the number one priority.
News
A dark art
The fox is one of the most successful and fascinating UK mammals. We look at the kit, skills and techniques used in fox control at night.
6th September 2023
Support on responsible rodenticide use from the Think Wildlife programme
If you’re a gamekeeper using professional rodenticides, read the open letter from the Chair of the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use.
28th February 2023
