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BASC submits evidence to Financial Conduct Authority on de-banking review

BASC has provided evidence to the FCA, demonstrating discrimination by many high street banks against shooting-related businesses.

10 August 2023

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Delivering knowledge and skills for the future of shooting

We would like to hear from you to help shape BASC’s training courses and educational provision for the future.

9 August 2023

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BASC statement on shoot leases on United Utilities land

BASC last night had a constructive conversation with United Utilities’ CEO, Louise Beardmore, regarding shoot leases on the company’s land.

8 August 2023

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BASC calls on United Utilities board to review shooting ban

BASC has urged United Utilities’ board members to call for a review of the decision to end shoot leases on the water company’s land.

7 August 2023

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Shotguns returned following pigeon shooting seizure

BASC has assisted with the return of shotguns to a group of pigeon shooters following their inappropriate seizure by Greater Manchester Police.

4 August 2023

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United Utilities: fighting back

You can be part of shooting’s reprisal against United Utilities’ decision not to renew shoot leases on its land.

2 August 2023

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Defra minister quizzed on gamebird release legislation

BASC quizzed Defra Minister Lord Benyon on his department’s changes to the law around releasing gamebirds, during a visit to the New Forest Show.

1 August 2023

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BASC accuses Defra of issuing illegal advice

Defra advice leaves gamekeepers and shoot managers at risk of criminal charges.

24 July 2023

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United Utilities decision a travesty for conservation, says BASC

Jobs will be lost, the rural economy will suffer and hands-on conservation projects overseen by the shoots will cease.

24 July 2023

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