Read our explanation of the non-statutory Guide on Firearms Licensing Law published by the Home Office and what it means for licence holders.
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New government statutory guidance for firearms licensing published today has failed to solve the issue of GP involvement, says BASC.
BASC is advising all members of the shooting community to respond to an APCC survey seeking public opinion on firearms licensing in England and Wales.
GP participation in firearms licensing should be a legal obligation say the chairs of the British Shooting Sports Council and the APPG on Shooting and Conservation.
BASC is alerting members to the latest advice issued by the National Crime Agency following our approach over developments in the Guntrader data breach.
Read our letter to the Guardian on the subject of medical verification in firearms licensing, and the key issues that surround this.
Our thoughts and condolences are with the family and friends of those who lost their lives and those impacted by this devastating incident in Plymouth.
BASC is advising its members to be vigilant around home security after a potential data-breach of a website dealing in firearms.
From 1 July 2021, NHS Digital will make 55 million patient records available to research bodies and other third parties. Should you opt out?
Martin Parker, former chief scientist at the National Ballistics Intelligence Service, has been appointed as BASC’s new head of firearms.
