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NewsOne rogue does not represent gamekeeping
Shooting and gamekeeping representatives have condemned an ex-keeper convicted of killing a buzzard, stressing his criminal actions have no place in responsible practice
By Hollis Butler
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NewsPut ’em under pressure: Home Office shotgun licensing backlash
A contemptuous response by the Home Office to a petition opposing plans to merge shotgun and firearms licensing systems should not dishearten us, argues Conor O’Gorman.
By Conor O'Gorman
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NewsShoots stripped of sporting rates relief
Small shoots across Scotland face higher tax bills after being removed from the Small Business Bonus Scheme in a change buried deep in the 2026/27 Budget
By Hollis Butler
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NewsModern poaching is organised crime
Rural crime is a national problem and consistent reporting to police is one of the ways to help conquer it, says Glynn Evans
By BASC
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NewsWildfowling must be visible to survive
BASC’s James Green argues that wildfowling must step out of the shadows. Visibility, self-regulation and evidence-led shooting are now essential for survival.
By BASC
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By Shooting Times
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Shooting Times owner buys British Shooting Show
February's show will go ahead at the NEC in Birmingham as planned.
By Hollis Butler
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Knife licensing proposals draw criticism
The Government’s consultation on mandatory knife seller licensing has sparked backlash from shooting organisations
By Hollis Butler
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Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor surrenders firearms certificate
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor has voluntarily surrendered his firearms and shotgun certificate following a Metropolitan Police visit
By Hollis Butler
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NewsBBC rural coverage under fire as poll reveals perceived bias
Regional Moorland Groups call for reform after YouGov poll shows most rural residents feel misrepresented by the BBC
By Hollis Butler
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