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Shooting news: legislation, industry updates and the latest product releases
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Next generation shines at young gundog handlers’ event
Twenty-six young handlers, some as young as five years old, demonstrated remarkable natural ability at Muntjac Trading’s inaugural Young Handlers Day
By Hollis Butler
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Scout leaders qualify as BASC shotgun coaches
Three Scout leaders have successfully qualified as BASC shotgun coaches, creating new opportunities for young people to access shooting sports
By Hollis Butler
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Dan Bishop claims Pro One Challenge victory
Dan Bishop secured the 2025 Pro One Challenge title after a dramatic sudden-death finale at Barbury Shooting School, Wiltshire
By Hollis Butler
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New firearms licensing laws criticised as ineffective
New firearms licensing rules have been criticised by shooting organisations as “tinkering around the edges” and failing to tackle real safety issues
By Hollis Butler
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Scotland ends 43-Year wait with historic DTL Home International Victory
Scotland's Down-The-Line shooting team has made history, winning the Home International championship for the first time since 1982
By Hollis Butler
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Wild Justice petition shot down in Parliament
Wild Justice’s petition to ban driven grouse shooting faced overwhelming opposition in Parliament on 30 June
By Hollis Butler
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Shotgun owner wins back certificate but gets stung for legal bills
Part-time farmer Kenneth Prentice has won his fight against Police Scotland after they wrongly revoked his shotgun certificate
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Government confirms 2026 start date for lead ammunition ban
Environment minister Emma Hardy confirmed shots with more than 1% lead will be banned, plus rifle bullets exceeding 3% lead content
By Hollis Butler
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