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NewsNatural England bans gamebird release across more SPAs
Natural England has confirmed that GL45 will be replaced by an individual licensing regime again this year, despite an ongoing legal dispute with BASC.
By Hollis Butler
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Activists target Guy Ritchie’s estate via hidden surveillance
The film director faces investigation after activists installed hidden cameras on his Wiltshire estate, claiming the footage shows bird flu rule breaches.
By Hollis Butler
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NewsWales moves closer to gamebird release licensing
The Welsh Government has launched a call for evidence that could pave the way for tighter regulation of gamebird releasing.
By Hollis Butler
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EventsBeretta Gold Cup UK 2026
Join the Beretta Gold Cup UK 2026 at Eaton Hall Shooting Grounds for a chance to win a DT11 SuperSport
By Hollis Butler
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NewsThe Woodcock Club moves to the NGO
The historic Woodcock Club is set to pass from Shooting Times to the National Gamekeepers’ Organisation, beginning a new chapter for the long-standing shooting institution.
By Hollis Butler
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Guns face three-year deadline for lead ban
The heavily debated ban on lead ammunition is no longer a matter of if or when; it is a matter of how fast the industry can keep up with demand
By Hollis Butler
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NewsCrufts 2026: a golden weekend for gundogs
A Clumber spaniel made history at the NEC last weekend, but it was a working yellow Lab that caught the eye of the shooting world.
By Hollis Butler
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How many shots?! Testing the new regulated Weihrauch HW100 X Sporter Laminate Adjustable
How many shots can you really get from the new Weihrauch HW100 X? The Weihrauch HW100 has been the gold standard for PCP air rifles for years, but the new HW100 X Sporter Laminate Adjustable marks the...
By Shooting Times
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NewsDefra’s deer policy: missed possibilities and a major worry
Defra finally recognises that effective deer management is vital for countryside health. However, its latest policy still remains a mixed bag.
By BASC
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NewsMPs united against shotgun licensing changes
Arguments against merging shotgun and firearms licensing systems are made crystal clear during a three-hour parliamentary debate
By Conor O'Gorman
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