Dowager Duchess of Argyll

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We are sad to report that Iona, Dowager Duchess of Argyll died on 22nd February aged 78. She shot with NRCofS for several years in the 1980s and shot in the Elcho for Scotland in 1983.

Half Mast
We are sad to report that Iona, Dowager Duchess of Argyll died on 22nd February aged 78. She shot with NRCofS for several years in the 1980s and shot in the Elcho for Scotland in 1983.
June 22, 2026
General News
Recent shooting in periods of extreme heat has identified performance concerns affecting the current batch of Imperial issued ammunition. Feedback to date also indicates the ammunition performs to expected standards in cooler conditions. Investigations are underway and further testing, including trials of other ammunition are scheduled this week. We understand the importance of resolving this
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June 22, 2026
General News
The NRA, a registered charity, is seeking to appoint a new co-opted Trustee to the Council of the Association (the Board of Trustees). The Trustee board meets six times each year, with each meeting typically requiring a full day plus additional time to review reports. Trustees receive regular email traffic between meetings, which may require
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June 22, 2026
Team invitation
I have been honoured by the NRA Council with the Captaincy of the NRA team to the Channel Islands in 2027. I am delighted to announce that Rupert Dix, Chris Vonchek and Archie Whicher have agreed to be Vice-Captain, Adjutant and Main Coach, respectively. Provisionally the tour will commence on May 26th, 2027 and run
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Mar 13, 2024
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