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BDS announces twin equipment partnerships
The British Deer Society (BDS) has struck two major partnerships with equipment distributors to support its training programmes and field operations.
By Hollis Butler
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Sika could come to dominate Scottish woodlands, study warns
Non-native sika deer may outcompete red and roe deer in Scotland unless culling becomes more targeted, a new 2025 study warns
By Hollis Butler
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Rural sector vows to fight on after deer Bill amendments rejected
Lobbyists say they will keep pressing MSPs to fix “major flaws” in the Natural Environment (Scotland) Bill before it passes through Holyrood.
By Hollis Butler
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One woman’s mission to unite the shooting community
A Facebook group created just over a week ago has already mobilised thousands of shooters in what could be the swiftest grassroots response to firearms policy in recent memory
By Hollis Butler
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Nocpix launches high-end digital day and night vision scope
Nocpix has released the NITE D70R, a digital day and night vision scope designed for medium to long-range work in both dense woodland and open terrain, priced from £899
By Hollis Butler
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NewsRSPB “Wildlife Ranger” to do what gamekeepers have done for decades
An 18-month Wildlife Ranger Trainee position has been launched as part of the Cumbria Connect restoration programme – and to some, it may sound familiar
By Hollis Butler
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Bill threatens to halve stalkers and jail dissenters
Shooting organisations warn that a “flawed” Bill could halve the number of stalkers managing Scotland's deer population
By Hollis Butler
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Scottish stalkers offered £95k funding boost
Deer stalkers across Scotland’s lowlands can now access a second round of funding to upgrade their venison processing facilities
By Hollis Butler
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New firearms rules target domestic abuse
Rifle owners across the UK face tougher licensing procedures following the publication of updated Home Office guidance
By Hollis Butler
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Safety concerns over lead ban
The SGA's request for lead ammunition exemptions was rejected, despite survey evidence showing safety concerns with copper alternatives
By Hollis Butler
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