BASC media
BASC’s media team are responsible for representing shooting and the organisation to the press. We also work to inform, educate and entertain BASC members and non-members through a range of channels.
What we do
Our media team work alongside BASC regional representatives and subject-matter experts to provide informed commentary and interviews on key issues, for both national and local media outlets.
Find out more about what we do below and how we are constantly striving to support shooting, our members and the rural communities by giving them a voice.
If you have a story or potential feature, please email media@basc.org.uk – we would love to hear from you.
For journalist enquiries, contact our press office during office hours on 01244 573 052, or outside office hours on 07970 096 554.
Latest BASC features
Celebrating 75 years of wildfowling tradition and conservation
From its founding in 1950 to its award-winning conservation work today, Westmorland Wildfowlers Association is celebrating 75 years of wildfowling tradition.
Hen harrier recovery should be celebrated, not denigrated
Natural England’s hen harrier figures for 2025 highlight an uncomfortable truth for shooting’s critics, says BASC’s Alex Farrell.
No time to sit back and relax
As we mark the start of the pheasant season, BASC regional officer Sam Walker talks shoot visits, political engagement and catching up with members in different environments.
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The latest news from BASC
BASC chief executive presents UK Value of Shooting to European Parliament
BASC chief executive Ian Bell presented the Value of Shooting report to the European Parliament, highlighting the UK aspect of the sector’s contribution across Europe.
New Defra Minister speaks at BASC rural reception
Speaking at BASC’s Labour conference rural reception, new Defra Minister Dame Angela Eagle MP said she wants to get the best for the sectors she represents.
BASC responds to Scottish Parliament report on Natural Environment Bill
The Rural Affairs and Islands Committee has published its report on the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill, which BASC says undermines self-regulation in Scotland’s deer management sector.