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Wapiti Elk venison funds conservation

How New Zealand’s wapiti elk venison supports conservation, hunting and sustainable food supply, with lessons for UK deer management.

By Conor O'Gorman | 31 December 2025

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Become a Countryside Detective with BASC

Learn about wildlife, habitats and tracking signs as you become a countryside detective.

By Shooting Times | 12 December 2025

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Firearms Licensing fees rise 133% but UK police performance gets worse

Firearms licensing fees have risen by 133% across the UK, yet police performance is declining. BASC reveals delays, inconsistencies and growing concern among certificate holders.

By Conor O'Gorman | 28 November 2025

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Shooting’s £3.3bn boost: how fieldsports outperform golf and football

Shooting contributes £3.3bn to the UK economy, surpassing golf and supporting 67,000 jobs. New European research shows fieldsports generate €180bn and five times more value than football.

By Conor O'Gorman | 21 November 2025

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Shape the future of shooting with BASC

BASC has two national council seats up for election in 2026, a chance for you to give something back to shooting, suggests Conor O’Gorman

By Conor O'Gorman | 15 November 2025

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BASC Firearms Licensing support

BASC’s firearms officers in England and Wales are busy supporting members with shotgun and firearm certificate renewals. Their advice helps shooters stay compliant and avoid unnecessary delays.

By Conor O'Gorman | 7 November 2025

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New grey squirrel immunocontraception breakthrough

A groundbreaking oral vaccine is nearing reality, offering a less labour-intensive way to curb the UK’s grey squirrel population

By Ian Danby | 10 October 2025

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Is game shooting good for woodland?

We all know shooting supports conservation, but we need ongoing evidence to convince decision-makers, suggests Conor O’Gorman

By Conor O'Gorman | 2 October 2025

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Benefit for shooting as tourism takes off

Country Sport Scotland, supported by BASC, is boosting fieldsports tourism across Scotland. Discover how shooting, stalking and fishing support rural jobs and communities.

By Peter Clark | 11 September 2025

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Shooting and nature recovery: BASC report shows conservation impact

BASC’s new report highlights how shooting supports England’s nature recovery goals. Conor O’Gorman explains the environmental benefits and why shooting must be part of government policy.

By Conor O'Gorman | 4 September 2025