Bumper entry for BASC gamekeeper classes at Crufts 2023
8th March 2023
Gundog Day kicks off Crufts 2023 tomorrow, with BASC’s gamekeeper rings hosting 20 classes for working dogs at the world’s biggest dog show.
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UK REACH proposals – rimfire ammunition
6th March 2023
Terry Behan shares the findings of BASC’s testing of non-lead rimfire rifle ammunition available on the market currently.
The Scott Rea Project
2nd March 2023
Will Pocklington talks to the man behind the game-packed youtube channel with more than 100 million worldwide views…
Vote in this year’s BASC Council election
1st March 2023
Voting is now open for this year’s BASC Council election, with 12 candidates standing for election to two national seats.
MPs refute woodcock petition claims in parliamentary debate
28th February 2023
A debate held in Parliament yesterday on the shooting season for woodcock saw MPs push back on claims made under a petition instigated by Wild Justice.
Support on responsible rodenticide use from the Think Wildlife programme
28th February 2023
If you’re a gamekeeper using professional rodenticides, read the open letter from the Chair of the Campaign for Responsible Rodenticide Use.
Race to be the next First Minister will not halt grouse licensing proposals
28th February 2023
The introduction of grouse licensing proposals will not be slowed by the selection of Scotland’s new First Minister, says BASC’s Peter Clark.
Police temporary permit reliance raised in The Times
22nd February 2023
The significant reliance that some firearms licensing departments have on issuing temporary permits has been reported on by The Times.
Complimentary entry to the Northern Shooting Show for BASC members
21st February 2023
The Northern Shooting Show takes place on the King’s Coronation weekend, with BASC members receiving complimentary admission on both days.
