The Home Office has published a ‘technical notice’ on European Firearms Passes (EFPs). The notice sets out what the position would be in the event of the UK leaving the EU without a deal.
STS Begins Consultation for New Strategy - Have Your Say
STS is starting the process of developing our new strategic plan and because this is fundamental to how we operate, we are keen to get the views of as many people as possible. Have your say at: https://scottargetshoot.typeform.com/to/KSDukf
First Reading of Offensive Weapons Bill Takes Place
The First Reading of the Offensive Weapons Bill took place on 20 June; this is a formal procedure so no debate took place. The date for the Second Reading has not yet been announced. The Bill, which is a reaction by the UK Government to the recent rise in serious violence, seeks to extend the prohibitions on possession of firearms to…
Donald McIntosh Presented with Bob Aitken Service to Shooting Award
Last night the majority of the athletes from the Gold Coast, including family members who play such a crucial role, gathered for a small athlete's reception at the Crannog in Stirling, before going on to a reception hosted by the First Minister for all of Team Scotland. This was the perfect opportunity to present the 2018 winner of the Bob Aitken Service to Shooting Award, Donald McIntosh, with this award in front of the athletes he has worked so closely with over the last Commonwealth Games cycle.
JSPC SPRING OPEN MATCH APRIL 12/13/14/15 2018
Programme & Papers for 2018 STS AGM Now Available - Sign Up Now
STS is pleased to confirm details for its 2018 Annual General Meeting and the programme of sessions planned for its members during the day. The STS AGM will take place at 15.00 on Saturday 28th April at Caledonia House, 1 Redheughs Rigg, Edinburgh, EH12 9DQ. On the day of the AGM, STS has also scheduled a number of sessions that are free for members to attend.
HMICS Release Report on Inspection of Firearms Licensing
Scottish Target Shooting reported last year that HM Inspectorate of Constabulary in Scotland was inspecting the efficiency and effectiveness of the way in which Police Scotland delivers its statutory role as the licensing authority in Scotland for firearms, shotguns and air weapons. Scottish Target shooting played an important role in distributing and contributing to the investigation. On 6 March 2018 the report on this investigation was published.Since the establishment of Police Scotland in 2013, the report notes that efforts have been made to deliver an increasingly consistent and effective firearms licensing service across Scotland. The report welcomes the progress made to date but also notes that there remain areas for improvement. The report notes the following recommendations:
STS Submit Response to Home Office Consultation on New Legislation on Offensive and Dangerous Weapons
Scottish Gallery Rifle Championships 2017
The Scottish Championship is held in two stages hosted by the Joint Services Pistol Club at Colmsliehill and the Aberdeen Full Bore Rifle Club at Drums. The Colmsliehill stage includes Timed & Precision, Multi Target and the 10-20 match while at Drums we have 25 metre Precision and the 1500 match. All involving Centre Fire and Small Bore Rifles and Long Barrelled Pistol and Revolver.