Waverton sponsors free entry to The GWCT Scottish Game Fair for GWCT supporters

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Supporters of the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) will enjoy free entry to The GWCT Scottish Game Fair this year thanks to sponsorship from Waverton Investment Management, a London-based independent investment house. The GWCT…

What are GWCT doing at the Scottish Game Fair this year?

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The Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT) has announced an exciting lineup of talks and interactive stands for visitors to this year's GWCT Scottish Game Fair. The GWCT central exhibit, which will be located next to the Main Ring, will…

Millions spent on deer management contracts, yet still no pilot scheme for Scotland’s recreational stalkers

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BASC Scotland has reinforced its calls for a community deer management pilot scheme in light of a new round of Scottish government deer contracts. The Scottish government agency responsible for managing publicly-owned forestry - Forestry…

Frome wild salmon in decline says report

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The number of wild adult Atlantic salmon returning to the River Frome in southern England in 2021 was down almost 20 per cent on its 10-year average. This drop echoes reports from Scotland and Norway where the 2021 annual salmon…

National Parks Minister says we must listen to the Working Conservationists

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National Parks Minister says we must listen to the Working Conservationists on the ground, if we are going to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss A landmark event coordinated by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT), the…

GWCT launches free online Shoot Biodiversity Assessment tool

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A new free online tool, launched this week by the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT), could help shoots of all sizes better understand their impact on biodiversity and make improvements to boost wildlife and habitats. The GWCT’s…

Carbon market must have positive environmental outcomes in Scotland

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Experts are looking at how to help manage Scotland’s growing natural capital dilemma, as investor interest in acquiring land for carbon offsetting continues to grow. Ordered by the Scottish Land Commission, the latest Land Lines discussion…

Swan lands two key conservation awards

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Dr Mike Swan, the senior advisor with the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT), has had his remarkable dedication to conservation and game management recognised with a double award at the recent Great British Shooting Awards 2022. Mike,…

GWCT women – making a difference to British wildlife

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On International Women’s Day today (March 8th), the Game & Wildlife Conservation Trust (GWCT), is highlighting the contribution of women to science and land-based careers, where they have been traditionally under-represented. We…

Drastic action needed to save the capercaillie

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Urgent and vital action is needed in order to safeguard the future of one of Scotland’s best-loved game birds, the capercaillie. That’s the conclusion of the latest report from NatureScot, the body responsible for Scotland’s heritage,…