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Shooting news: legislation, industry updates and the latest product releases
At Sporting Gun, our news team is always on the pulse of the shooting world. We keep a close eye on the stories that matter to UK shooters – from the latest developments in firearms legislation and licensing, to industry updates, competition results and new product launches.
If it impacts your shooting, we’re covering it. Whether it’s a change in the law, a new shotgun worth your attention, or key announcements from manufacturers and organisations across the sector, we make sure you’re the first to know.
Our focus is simple: clear, accurate and timely reporting without the noise. Because when it comes to legislation, safety and the future of the sport, staying informed is essential.
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NewsWest Mercia revises stance on high-capacity shotguns
BASC and the National Gamekeepers' Organisation successfully challenged West Mercia Police's blanket policy against authorising high-capacity Section 1 shotguns for pest control.
By Hollis Butler
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NewsEaton Hall unveils record £400,000 clay shooting prize fund
Eaton Hall Shooting Ground will offer a record £400,000 prize pot at the 2026 TopGun Championship, including a £180,000 Super Final bonus.
By Hollis Butler
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GearFresh out of the box
Ed Jackson reviews the standout kit and innovations launched at the 2026 British Shooting Show
By Sporting Gun
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NewsNew chair for clay shooting instructor body
Simon Arbuckle has been appointed chair of the Institute of Clay Shooting Instructors following board changes at the organisation’s AGM.
By Hollis Butler
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A left and right for Eaton Hall as CPSA names 2026 award winners
Eaton Hall marked a standout debut season by landing two Ground of the Year titles in 2026.
By Hollis Butler
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NewsFaster culls risk rural job losses, warns Peter Fraser
One of Scotland's foremost red deer authorities has warned that soaring cull targets could drive estates to the brink and land the taxpayer with the bill.
By Hollis Butler
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NewsFifty pence at a time: the levy funding game’s future
A 50p-per-bird levy raised £57,900 for Eat Wild last season, funding efforts to promote British game across retail, hospitality and schools.
By Hollis Butler
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Gamekeepers: we’re being pushed off the land
Gamekeepers warn MPs they risk losing homes and livelihoods as licensing pressure mounts across England and Wales.
By Hollis Butler
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NewsOpen season for pigeons?
A Government consultation proposes legalising recreational woodpigeon shooting while introducing wider restrictions on quarry species.
By Hollis Butler
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Night shooting simplified for England’s deer managers
Natural England’s new CL55 licence allows qualified deer managers in England to shoot at night, with thermal imaging now formally authorised.
By Hollis Butler
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