MPs refute woodcock petition claims in parliamentary debate 

A debate on a petition to limit the shooting season for woodcock held in Parliament recently saw MPs push back on claims made by Wild Justice, who instigated the petition.

BASC briefed MPs ahead of the debate to ensure that they would be in full possession of the facts on why limiting the season for woodcock is unnecessary.

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Cast your vote in this year’s BASC Council elections

Voting is now open for this year’s BASC Council election, with two national seats available. This year’s election sees 12 candidates standing for two national seats, with the results set to be announced at this year’s AGM on 20 May.

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Beware of Lyme disease

This month’s BASC podcast focuses on Lyme disease and features Julia Knight from Lyme Disease UK. Listen below or on all major podcast players.

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Free entry to the Northern Shooting Show

Don’t forget BASC members receive complimentary entry to both days of the Northern Shooting Show, which takes place in Harrogate on 6-7 May.

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BASC responds to Keyham inquest verdicts

BASC has responded to a statement issued by Home Office Minister Chris Philp following the conclusion of the inquests into the shooting of five people in Keyham by Jake Davison in 2021.

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