LICENSING DELAYS CONTINUE ACROSS POLICE FORCES, NEW FIGURES SHOWNew figures released by the National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) have revealed that fewer than half of police forces in England and Wales are meeting firearms licensing turnaround targets.

HOME OFFICE CONFIRMS FURTHER FEESThe Home Office has confirmed that firearms licensing

RETAILERS URGED TO ADVISE CUSTOMERS ON UPDATED CL55Firearms retailers are being encouraged to ensure customers

WEST MERCIA DROPS SECTION 1 SHOTGUN STANCEAn intervention by BASC and the National Gamekeepers’

VOICES OF THE GTAPaul Green discusses RFD training, dealer support and

IMMERSIVE OPTICSVlad J Dasiukevich discusses UK manufacturing investment, practical

LEGAL LANDSCAPELaura Saunsbury highlights the importance of documenting communications

PRESERVING STANDARDSBill Blacker discusses certification, craftsmanship and protecting traditional

AWARD-WINNING SGGary Lamburn on dealer support, product development and

MORE THAN A ONE-OFF INCREASEBarely a year after the major firearms licensing

THE NEWS IN NUMBERS3 percent increase in firearms licensing fees announced

HOME OFFICE CONFIRMS FURTHER FIREARMS LICENSING FEE INCREASES FROM JUNEThe Home Office has confirmed that firearms licensing

SOUND MODERATOR DEREGULATION RECEIVES ROYAL ASSENTLegislation containing provisions to deregulate sound moderators has

RETAILERS URGED TO ADVISE CUSTOMERS ON UPDATED CL55 NIGHT SHOOTING RULESFirearms retailers are being encouraged to ensure customers

NEW EDGEHILL SHOOTING GROUND OWNER ADDRESSES ALCOHOL LICENCE CONCERNSThe new owner of a countryside shooting range

GUNMAKER SAM GARFIELD RECEIVES LADY MAYOR’S LIVERY APPRENTICE AWARDSam Garfield, a gunmaker at T.R. White &

RESTORE BRITAIN OPPOSES LABOUR SHOTGUN LICENSING PLANSA new political party has added its voice

GTA CONFIRMS 2026 RFD COURSE DATESThe Gun Trade Association (GTA) has confirmed the

JONATHAN MCGEE SECURES UK DISTRIBUTION FOR COSMIJonathan McGee (centre), trading under his own name,

FIOCCHI CELEBRATIONSFiocchi reflects on 150 years of manufacturing, innovation

WEST MERCIA DROPS SECTION 1 SHOTGUN STANCEAn intervention by BASC and the National Gamekeepers’

PAUL GREEN ON THE PRESSURES FACING TODAY’S FIREARMS TRADEFrom running the GTA’s RFD training courses to supporting dealers through complex licensing and explosives legislation, GTA technical director Paul Green is one of the most recognisable figures in the UK firearms trade. In the first instalment of GTI’s new GTA Voices series, he discusses his background, the challenges facing dealers and why preparation and training matter more than ever.

ANNOUNCING THE DRS MKIIFX Airguns has unveiled the new FX DRS MK2, an evolution of one of the most disruptive and successful PCP air rifles in recent years — and a model already regarded by many shooters as one of the finest-performing airguns on the market.

FIOCCHI FOCUSES ON INNOVATION AND RETAILER SUPPORT AS IT MARKS 150 YEARSAs Fiocchi marks 150 years in business, the company reflects on its evolving global strategy, continued investment in innovation and ongoing support for distributors and retailers ahead of future market changes.

IMMERSIVE OPTICS EXPANDS UK MANUFACTURING AND INNOVATION FOCUSVlad J Dasiukevich discusses Immersive Optics’ transition from design consultancy to manufacturer, the company’s investment in UK production capabilities, and why practical product innovation continues to drive its expanding optics and accessories range.

THE BEGINNER’S CALIBRE MYTHWhy the rifle we put in a new shooter’s hands matters more than the number stamped on the box, writes Paul Bradley, ballistician and portfolio director at Hexagon Ammunition.

THE POWER OF THE WRITTEN WORDSpecialist firearms licensing solicitor Laura Saunsbury explains why it is vital to document your communications with your local firearms licensing department.

PRECISION ENGINEERING AND THE MODERN TRADEEdward King, the managing director of Anglo Spanish Imports (ASI), discusses European craftsmanship, the UK’s demanding 12ft/lb limit, the world’s most technically advanced competition rifles and the one airgun every dealer should have on their rack right now

PRESERVING THE CRAFTAs chair of The Certification Panel of the The Worshipful Company of Gunmakers, Bill Blacker is helping to safeguard traditional British gunmaking skills for future generations. Speaking to Gun Trade Insider , the respected barrel maker discusses craftsmanship, certification, apprenticeships and why experience still matters in a modern manufacturing world.

SGC GROUP AND BENELLI BUILD MOMENTUM IN THE UK MARKETFollowing its recognition as Benelli’s Best Sport Distributor 2025, SGC Group is continuing to expand the Italian manufacturer’s presence across the UK sporting market through dealer support, product development and investment in customer engagement.

MID-SEASON RESET ON THE SHOP FLOORIn the first of our new Retail Edge series, Gun Trade Insider shares five practical tips each month to help retailers improve sales, margin and shop floor performance.

DT11 SUPERSPORTThe Beretta DT11 has long been one of the most dominant competition shotguns. Now, to celebrate its 500th year, Beretta has unveiled the limited-edition DT11 Supersport – prompting Lloyd Pattison to see whether these subtle updates elevate the legendary platform.

THE MASTER OF TRANSFORMATIONMark Camoccio puts this new Turkish CO2 dual-format airgun through its paces and discovers a versatile piece of kit worth further investigation

INTERNATIONAL PERSPECTIVEIN ASSOCIATION WITH IWA OUTDOORCLASSICS

MAINLAND EUROPECARACAL USA APPOINTS KOLBA AS EXCLUSIVE COMMERCIAL DISTRIBUTOR

DOWN UNDERNSW GOVERNMENT ANNOUNCES $39.3 MILLION INVESTMENT IN FIREARMS