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Basic Metallic Cartridge Reloading

Basic metallic cartridge reloading – England and Wales

Basic Metallic Cartridge Reloading

Basic metallic cartridge reloading – Northern Ireland

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Become a shotgun coach

FAT courses

Firearms awareness training

Game shooter

GSC1 online course and practical session

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LANTRA -Level 2 Loading: Single/Double Gunning – Safety, Theory and Practice

Pest and predator night shooting certificate

Pest and predator night shooting certificate

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Rifle safe shot – theory test

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Young people and shotgun certificates

Providing guidance and information on the process and legalities of a young person applying for their first shotgun certificate.

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Scottish knife dealers licensing scheme

Information on the legislation around selling knives in Scotland, including when you need a licence to do so and sport/recreation exemptions.

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Police involvement in shooting

Comprehensive guidance on the relationship between the police and shooting, including information on rights of entry and firearms seizure.

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