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Since last year, the Home Office has been discussing fee rises associated with firearms and shotgun licensing. The last rise in fees was in 2014. The current cost for the grant of a shotgun certificate is £79.50, while for a firearms certificate the cost is £88.  There is speculation that the fees may rise by…

A far-right activist in Skye has had his shotgun licence revoked because of alleged involvement with Patriotic Alternative, a white nationalist group. Anthony Burrows lost his licence at Derby Crown Court last week after the court heard he allegedly posted pictures of Adolf Hitler and former KKK leader David Duke on X (formerly Twitter). Reports…

The latest Home Office statistics on gun licensing have now become available. Running until 31 March 2023, the annual statistics offer an intriguing insight into the health of gun ownership in the UK. The latest figures show a 4% decrease year on year in the number of shotgun certificate holders, which continues a disturbing trend….

The shooting community breathed a massive sigh of relief yesterday, as the long-awaited announcement on proposed changes to shotgun licensing laws was released with an eight-week consultation period for the public. (Read our breaking news announcement on the shotgun consultation here.) The proposals were notable for the absence of any mention of adopting the same…

The shotgun market is an ever-changing beast, with new brands and price points coming to the fore every year. To that effect, it’s interesting to me that a decade ago I spent every day referring to some of these models as entry-level. It’s not just that my perspective may have changed, but nowadays a reliable…

Over-and-unders dominate the clay scene in the UK, but there’s a growing number of semi-autos appearing on clay grounds – and for good reason. Semi-auto shotguns are light weight but tend to have low recoil, and we’re looking at the best semi-auto shotguns. Less muzzle flip can allow you to get on target more quickly…

Find out how to apply for a shotgun licence, plus more information on waiting times, fees and the appeals process

Shotgun certificate FAQs answered Q. How much does a shotgun certificate cost and how long does it run for? A. A certificate is valid for five years, after which it must be renewed  if you wish to continue to possess shotguns. A new certificate costs £79.50 and renewal is £49. Anyone under 15 years of…

Gun reviews: Beretta DT10 shotgun: If you’re serious about breaking clays then out-and-out competition guns don’t come any more serious than the DT10.

Based in Ulm, Germany, the firm of H Krieghoff has been manufacturing top-quality firearms since 1886. A family-owned company, its products are highly sought after and come with a sound pedigree.