Legislation containing provisions to deregulate sound moderators has received Royal Assent, marking another step towards their eventual removal from firearms licensing controls in the UK.The measure forms part of the Crime and Policing Act 2026, which was granted Royal Assent on 29 April 2026. While this represents a significant milestone, sound moderators remain classified as…
Proposals to significantly increase firearms licensing fees in Northern Ireland have been brought forward by the Department of Justice, with changes discussed during a recent Northern Ireland Assembly Committee for Justice meeting.The system, administered by the Police Service of Northern Ireland Firearms and Explosives Branch (PSNI/FEB), could move to a full cost recovery model if the…
The BASC Wildlife Fund charity, which provides grants for conservation projects linked to sustainable shooting, is inviting new individuals to join its board of trustees.The charity aims to expand its board by attracting people passionate about nature recovery and committed to the positive impact that sustainable shooting can have on wildlife, habitats, and the…
Gun Trade Insider reports on the new council members elected by the British Association for Shooting and Conservation at this year’s Annual General Meeting.


