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Shooting community prepares to fight “existential threat”
The Government has confirmed it will consult on merging the shotgun and firearms licensing systems, in what shooting organisations warn could trigger the biggest exodus in decades.
The proposals would require every shotgun owner to go through the same licensing process as rifle owners, fundamentally changing how half a million shotgun owners access shooting. Confirmation that the consultation will now definitely go ahead follows meetings between the Home Office and shooting organisations in recent days, and ends months of speculation about the Government’s intentions.
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Rupert Lowe’s guns returned after police drop investigation
Independent MP Rupert Lowe has regained his firearms after a five-month police investigation concluded without charges
By Hollis Butler
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Leading caterer Levy rolls out wild venison
Caterer Levy has announced it will expand wild venison offerings across its venues as part of what it describes as its "deep decarbonisation journey"
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Firearms seized on allegations alone, then wrong man targeted
Jack Edmunds remains without his shotguns months after Gloucestershire Police allegedly acted on harassment allegations and confused him with a murder suspect of the same name.
By Hollis Butler
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Langdale Moor wildfire contained after bombs detonate in blaze
A massive wildfire on Langdale Moor in the North York Moors has been successfully contained after an almost three-week battle
By Hollis Butler
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Behind every keeper – awards honour vital support
The GWT received a record number of applications for the Lady Scott Award this year, with Zoe Corney named as the worthy recipient
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The tiny heroes keeping red grouse alive
New research has unravelled how red grouse thrive on one of nature's toughest diets, discovering gut microbes that help them digest heather
By Hollis Butler
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Shooting and nature recovery: BASC report shows conservation impact
BASC’s new report highlights how shooting supports England’s nature recovery goals. Conor O’Gorman explains the environmental benefits and why shooting must be part of government policy.
By Conor O'Gorman
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Record heat fails to dampen partridge season optimism
Intensive summer preparations by gamekeepers deliver strong results as season gets underway, with thriving wild populations adding to optimism
By Hollis Butler
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‘Knee-jerk’ laws risk closing gun shops, warns trade
Gun shop owners warn new licensing rules could force widespread closures as existing shooters abandon the sport and newcomers are deterred by bureaucratic barriers
By Hollis Butler
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