The British Shooting Sports Council is an umbrella body which brings together Britain’s major shooting associations to achieve consensus positions on political and legislative issues affecting the shooting sports. It is a non-profit making organisation financed by its member associations’ subscriptions.
The Council’s object is to promote and safeguard the lawful possession and use of firearms and air weapons for sporting and recreational purposes in the United Kingdom amongst all sections of society.
PRESIDENT – Lord Brady of Altrincham
CHAIRMAN – Mark Garnier OBE MP
VICE-CHAIRMEN - Martyn Jones, Derek Stimpson
TREASURER – Chris Miles
SECRETARY – Jeremy Hinde
DEFRA has announced a decision on the report submitted to them by the HSE in December, relating to the use of lead in ammuntion.
The Government announced their response to the public consultation on moderators on the 17th June 2025. The BSSC will be working with their partner organisations and the Home Office on the implementation of this.
A copy of the latest Government announcement regarding a consultation on changes to firearms licensing may be found by clicking the link below or the picture.
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