BASC North fundraiser boosts Young Shots, conservation and community projects
21st March 2017
More than £20,000 raised at a fundraising event organised by BASC North.
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BASC argues against lead ban in response to Natural England consultation
21st March 2017
BASC responds to proposed confirmation of the West Pennine Moors as a site of special scientific interest.
Project Poacher app downloaded more than 5,500 times
20th March 2017
Smart phone app used to report suspicious activities that might be linked to poaching.
Voting open for BASC Council election
17th March 2017
Voting is now open in the 2017 BASC Council election.
Gamekeepers Gather at Scone Palace
16th March 2017
Almost 100 ‘keepers gathered at an event hosted by BASC Scotland at Scone Palace.
BASC pledges to work with UK government on proposed legislation
15th March 2017
European Parliament has spent 18 months scrutinising Firearms Directive.
BASC welcomes findings of Scottish Government snaring review
15th March 2017
Five year review conducted by Scottish Natural Heritage (SNH) found that snaring related incidents have reduced following changes in the law.
BASC helps Durham reduce licence waiting times
14th March 2017
Members of BASC’s dedicated firearms team have met with Durham Police as part of an ongoing process to help improve their service.
GSP Marsh wins best of Gamekeepers’ Classes at Crufts
13th March 2017
Pointer beat off competition from six other finalists in the main arena to lift the Northesk Memorial Trophy.
