Monthly Archives: September 2021

Range Booking Conference 2021

RANGE BOOKING CONFERENCE – 2pm on the 28th October @ Bisley Pavilion   The conference will discuss all major competitions/events for 2022 along with any amendments/updates in procedures. Please email Claire.Rubley@nra.org.uk to book your place.   If you cannot attend, the presentation will be available online after this date.

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Ammunition restriction on Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) ranges in the UK

The Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) has notified the NRA that affiliated target shooting clubs may not use 100 % lead free ammunition (for example ammunition used by deer stalkers) on Defence Infrastructure Organisation (DIO) ranges. This restriction applies throughout the United Kingdom and comes into immediate effect. Should you require further clarification please contact Nic Couldrey, Regional

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Zeroing Range – Butt Zero

Due to essential maintenance taking place on the Zero range (Winans Bay C), the current set up will be in place over the coming days: Friday 24th September – Butt Zero Left Hand Bay (Benched position only) Saturday 25th September – Winans Bay B Sunday 26th September – Winans Bay B   The zero range

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DEADLINE APPROACHES FOR ANTIQUE FIREARMS LAW CHANGE

From 22 September, owners of certain firearms previously regarded as antique will require a Firearm Certificate to retain possession There are two important relaxations of the normal firearm certificate legislation in respect of former antique firearms.  The owner will not need to demonstrate good reason for possession; and A former antique firearm may be held

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Access to MoD ranges in the United Kingdom

The NRA continues to receive questions about Covid-19 Policy and procedures on MoD ranges in the UK. We can confirm that there has been no change to Defence Policy and the supporting Covid-19 procedures for affiliated Clubs using MoD ranges. Club officials are reminded that range bookings should not exceed 30 people, members must comply

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Guntrader Data Breach

Members may be aware of the Guntrader data breach; addresses are reportedly being circulated by animal rights activists – see  BBC News Guntrader Police advise certificate holders to check their home security, remain vigilant and report any suspicious activity. Reliable online sources indicate that the file of leaked data also contains malware.  Members are advised

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