Author name: BASC Press team

Lib dem conference

Alistair Carmichael, MP for Orkney and Shetland, spoke during BASC’s rural reception at the Liberal Democrats’ Spring Conference in York.

A deer antler on a table

BASC remains vehemently opposed to the Hunting Trophies (Import Prohibition) Bill.

Controlled burning

In an open letter to the RSPB chair, BASC calls out the RSPB’s “increasingly negative” public attitude towards sustainable shooting.

Close up of a shotgun ejecting sparks

Michael Hunting describes the thrill of using historical arms on the modern range.

Terrier

It is a pleasure to share the company of a dog when stalking deer, but our four-legged friends are far from nice-to-have accessories, says Rod Greenwood.

Firearms licensing application form

BASC has issued a statement in response to the coroner publishing a report into the Keyham shootings.

Crufts winner

A Welsh springer spaniel has been crowned overall winner of the BASC gamekeepers’ classes on Gundog Day at Crufts 2023.

Marnie Lovejoy

BASC gave evidence on behalf of shooting and conservation to a government committee on post-Brexit environmental laws.

Female shooter

In honour of International Women’s Day, we share Georgina Roberts’ story and vision to help increase female participation in shooting sports.

A countryside landscape

Voting is now open for this year’s BASC Council election, with 12 candidates standing for election to two national seats.