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BASC’s scholarship programme open for 2023 applications

Applications are now open for this year’s BASC Legacy Funded Scholarship Programme. Now in its fifth year, the scholarship programme is one part of the BASC legacy package that helps support people who want to develop their knowledge of conservation, land management or gamekeeping. The scheme is open to any college or university student studying, or… Read more »

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Young gundog handlers urged to enter Crufts 2023

Young gundog handlers are being urged to enter this year’s Crufts competition, with the event being described as ‘unforgettable’.   Thirteen-year-old Tallulah Dyson, who has successfully competed on multiple occasions, said she could not recommend Crufts more and was keen to urge other young gundog enthusiasts to enter.   Crufts 2023 will take place at… Read more »

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New BBC board unveiled as director general cuts his licence fee bid
New BBC trust unveiled as corp cuts funding bid

The BBC has today unveiled the members of its new trust, charged with ensuring the corporation delivers “public value” and does not squeeze competitors out of the market. Eight new members will join the chairman, Michael Grade, and three former BBC governors from November 1st in holding to account the new managerial board that will… Read more »

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George Osborne says BBC must not crowd out other media
Osborne: BBC must be reined in

The BBC must not be allowed to crowd out independent media companies as it expands its services, George Osborne warned today. The shadow chancellor cited the corporation’s plan to launch more local programmes as a one example, saying it could have a “ruinous” effect on local newspapers and radio. Mr Osborne also pointed to the… Read more »