Scottish election: manifesto analysis
Ahead of the Scottish elections on 6 May, Ross Ewing breaks down the party manifestos to expose how their policies will affect shooting and conservation.
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BASC Species of the month – April
Curlew is Britain’s largest wader and was once common throughout the UK, which hosts around 25 per cent of the international population.
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BASC statement on the death of Prince Philip
BASC is deeply saddened to hear of the death of HRH Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh, who was the association’s patron for more than half a century.
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Shooting group responds to NGDA statement
Read the joint statement issued in response to the NGDA’s announcement regarding lead-free supply chains from 1 July 2022.
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Of Deer and Dog’s Mercury
BASC deer officer Audrey Watson discusses how identifying woodland plant species and assessing damage can help you to carry out successful deer impact assessments.
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Touchdown! First osprey returns to Lake District
The arrival of a bird known as ‘YC’ officially kicks off the osprey breeding season in the Lake District.
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UK REACH lead ammunition review announced
Read our full response to the announcement of a two-year UK REACH review of the use of lead ammunition.
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Living with Lyme disease
Andrew Profit, a keen stalker and outdoor enthusiast, talks about living with Lyme disease.
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Check for hidden dangers – ticks
Ticks, and tick-borne diseases, are becoming more of a widespread issue in the UK. Be vigilant after exercising your dog outside, says BASC’s gundog officer Kate Dymock.
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Antique Firearms Regulations 2021: What you need to know
The Antique Firearms Regulations 2021 becomes law on 22nd March 2021. Check whether your firearm qualifies as an antique and read our guidance on what you should do next.
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