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What the PCC election results mean for firearms licensing
BASC set out to establish elected Police and Crime Commissioners’ views on shooting, and what the results mean for the future of firearms licensing.
BASC welcomes West Mercia decision to keep paper applications
BASC has welcomed clarification from West Mercia Police that paper submissions for firearms and shotgun certificates will continue to be accepted.
BASC challenges illegal move by West Mercia Police
BASC is writing to the Chief Constable of West Mercia Police to challenge its decision to make all applications for firearms and shotgun certificates online only.
BASC sponsorship scheme for competitive shooters is now open
The BASC Legacy Sponsorship programme supports young people keen to pursue competitive clay/target shooting.
Additional resources for firearms licensing in Cumbria following BASC meeting
The Chief Constable of Cumbria police has committed additional resources to firearms licensing in the region to cut delays for certificate renewals.
BASC’s Best in the Field Clay Shoot returns for 2024
BASC’s Best In The Field Clay Shoot returns to Sporting Targets in Bedfordshire this year, bringing you a clay competition with a difference.
BASC chief executive presents new award to Gleneagles coaches
A new partnership between BASC and the Gleneagles Hotel has seen professional shotgun coaches presented with awards for excellence in their field.
Defra reviewing GL45 in light of reduction of AI risk
Defra has announced that GL45, which governs the release of gamebirds on or around certain Special Protection Areas in England, is currently being reviewed.
BASC and Natural England talk wildfowling
Since the start of 2024, BASC has organised three Introduction to Wildfowling workshops for Natural England staff.
