Build nest tubes to boost mallard numbers, says BASC
10th February 2021
Citizen science will aid understanding of mallard nesting habitat preference in bid to boost numbers.
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Gamekeeper survey reports alarming increase in abuse
9th February 2021
BASC is raising awareness of attacks on the gamekeeping profession that are unwarranted and would not be accepted in any other occupation.
Rural organisations speak out over proposal to restrict airgun use for youngsters
8th February 2021
The government has significantly underestimated the impact this proposal will have on our members and those teenagers undertaking pest control.
Coronavirus: Scottish Gamekeeping Perspectives
5th February 2021
BASC Scotland’s Jake Swindells explores how members of the gamekeeping and wildlife management working group are continuing to contend with the Covid-19 pandemic.
EU turns the screw on lead ammunition
5th February 2021
Dr O’Gorman discusses the latest policy developments on lead ammunition.
BASC Species of the Month – February
5th February 2021
BASC’s Dr Conor O’Gorman takes a look at his favourite bird species – the enigmatic grey partridge…
European lead ammunition ban proposed
4th February 2021
Restrictions on lead ammunition production in the EU could have an impact on UK trade and the voluntary transition away from lead shot for live quarry shooting.
The unsung victims
3rd February 2021
Fuelled largely by media bias and a populist agenda, the anti-gamekeeper feeding frenzy of late must cease, says Ian Grindy.
Positive impacts of burning recognised by Government
2nd February 2021
BASC’s Gareth Dockerty unravels what the government’s announcement on burning actually means and organisation’s work behind the scenes to ensure evidence-led policy.
