GTA TO ADOPT FULLY VIRTUAL BUSINESS MODEL
The Gun Trade Association (GTA) has confirmed it is moving to a completely virtual business model, as part of a wide-ranging modernisation programme designed to make the organisation more efficient and responsive to members.

NRA SECRETARY GENERAL OUTLINES PRIORITIES WITH SPEECH AT GTA AGM
FULL STORY: PAGE 12 Simon Lee, the

AMNESTY ANNOUNCED FOR BRUNI TOP-VENTING BLANK FIRING PISTOLS
FULL STORY: PAGE 6 The Home Office has

JOHN ROTHERY WHOLESALE APPOINTED EXCLUSIVE UK DISTRIBUTOR FOR A-TEC SILENCERS
FULL STORY: PAGE 8 John Rothery Wholesale

VIRTUAL FUTURE AND VITAL SURVEY FOR THE GTA
I attended the recent GTA AGM at Bisley,

THE NEWS IN NUMBERS
1926 Year the Gun and Allied Trades Benevolent

GTA LAUNCHES TRADE SURVEY
The Gun Trade Association (GTA) has launched a

BASC AND CITY & GUILDS UNITE TO SAFEGUARD WILDLIFE MANAGEMENT EDUCATION
The British Association for Shooting and Conservation (BASC)

GTA WELCOMES NEW COUNCIL MEMBERS AT AGM
The Gun Trade Association confirmed two new appointments

AMNESTY ANNOUNCED FOR BRUNI TOP- VENTING BLANK FIRING PISTOLS
The Home Office has announced that several Bruni

GUN TRADE DINNER RETURNS TO VICTORY SERVICES CLUB TO SUPPORT INDUSTRY CHARITY
The annual Gun Trade Dinner will take place

GUNMAKERS TRUST WELCOMES FIRST APPRENTICE IN SCOTLAND
The Gunmakers Trust has announced that Rachel Moir

JOHN ROTHERY WHOLESALE APPOINTED DISTRIBUTOR FOR A-TEC SILENCERS
John Rothery Wholesale has been appointed as the

NEW LOOK SCOTTISH VENISON LAUNCHES ON SCOTTISH VENISON DAY
Scottish Venison Day, held each year on 4

CLAYS SECURES £3M FUNDING TO OPEN FOURTH VENUE IN SOHO
Immersive shooting operator Clays has secured a £3

GOVERNMENT EXTENDS PEATLAND BURNING BAN, RAISING CONCERNS FOR SHOOTING TRADE
The UK Government has confirmed that it will

NRA SECRETARY GENERAL OUTLINES PRIORITIES AT GTA ANNUAL MEETING
Simon Lee, the recently appointed Secretary General of

GAME DEALERS UNDER SIGNIFICANT PRESSURE AS PARTRIDGE DEMAND FALLS
Game dealers and processors are warning of significant

SPORTSMARKETING® RELEASES THIS YEAR’S NEW AND LARGER TRADE CATALOGUE
Sportsmarketing® have launched this year’s new 2025-2026 catalogue, which should be arriving with dealers the same time as this Edition of Gun Trade Insider .

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GTA LEADER SETS OUT A VISION OF RENEWAL AT BISLEY AGM
The Gun Trade Association’s Annual General Meeting at Bisley saw chief executive Stephen Jolly set out a clear vision for strengthening the organisation, supporting its members and meeting the challenges facing the trade.

INNOVATION TO SHOOTING BRINGING TRIPOD
3 Legged Thing, the Bedfordshire-based tripod manufacturer, has long been a recognised name in the photography and videography world. Founded on a commitment to engineering excellence, the company has built a reputation for stability, durability and innovation. Now the brand is entering new territory: the hunting and shooting sector.

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WHAT MAKES A BLANK FIRING WEAPON A READILY CONVERTIBLE IMITATION FIREARM?
Specialist firearms solicitor Laura Saunsbury considers the recent ban on Italian manufactured blank firing weapons.

SUPPRESSORS – PROS AND CONS
The sound suppressor, known to the general public as a “silencer” or to operators as a “can” has rapidly gained popularity in the UK. This is in part thanks to health and safety legislation. Once viewed with suspicion by politicians and law enforcement, the suppressor is now an object which mitigates risk and liability. In this article Paul Bradley discusses the stigma, the reality and the practical pros and cons around the use of suppressors for sporting shooters.

KNOWLEDGE IS POWER
Alastair Fernie, bird control specialist at Killgerm, shares his and his company’s approach to training pest controllers to strengthen the reputation of airgunners during their day-to-day work

HOW TO PUT ON A SUCCESSFUL TRADE-ONLY EVENT
Trade-only events have become a vital part of the UK shooting industry calendar. They provide distributors with the chance to connect directly with retailers, showcase new products and build long-term relationships. This month’s Retail Workshop looks at how to plan, run and follow up on a professional dealer-focused event.

MILITARY PROOF
The London Proof House, with nearly four centuries of history, continues to contribute to the UK’s proofing system by ensuring the safety, reliability and integrity of firearms destined for military service. For Proof Master David Miles, adapting the House’s work to modern defence technology means balancing long-established principles with vigilance against new challenges.

GROWTH VS BRAND MARKETING: PART TWO THE POWER AND THE LIMITS OF BRAND
PICKING UP FROM PART ONE In the

TACTICAL, TUNED, READY
The DRS Tactical’s barrel-through-cylinder design impresses Chris Parkin, offering rigidity, stability and superb accuracy.

DAYSTATE LAUNCHES ALPHA WOLF SHADOW
Daystate has expanded its Alpha Wolf line with the launch of the Shadow, a new compact variant designed specifically with the UK hunting and pest control market in mind. Combining the proven performance of Daystate’s electronic platform with a shorter, highly manoeuvrable format, the Shadow promises to deliver strong appeal for both shooters and retailers.

INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVE
Gun Trade Insider offers a detailed examination of the latest developments across various international markets.