Update – Proposals to Ban Lead in Ammunition

Published on:
Aug 05, 2022

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We have carefully reviewed the questions posed in the HSE consultation on their recent report that proposed restrictions on the:

1. use of lead bullets for outdoor target shooting, with a derogation for shooting at licensed ranges with appropriate environmental protection measures;
2. use of lead bullets for hunting; and
3. sale and use of lead shot, with a derogation for authorised athletes on licensed ranges.

Working with the major target and quarry shooting organisations, we have decided to survey regional range operators, clubs and members to improve the accuracy of our response to the consultation.

The survey, to be published later this month, will include questions on lead recovery from ranges, quantities of lead projectile used, and use of non-lead alternatives.

The public consultation on the HSE report lasts for six months and closes at 23:59  on 6 November 2022.

Andrew Mercer

Secretary General