Lead vs steel – a question of lethality
BASC’s Peter Marshall summarises the findings of a new piece of research by Cranfield University into the pellet penetration of lead vs steel shot.
Defra issues statement in response to lead ammunition announcement
Environment Minister Rebecca Pow said:
“This
move away from the use of lead and single-use plastics in shotgun ammunition is
very welcome and I would like to applaud these organisations for coming
together to reach this decision.
“It is a significant step for both wildlife and the wider environment and the government remains committed to ensuring a sustainable, mutually beneficial relationship between shooting and conservation.”
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UK REACH lead ammunition review announced
Read our full response to the announcement of a two-year UK REACH review of the use of lead ammunition.
European lead ammunition ban proposed
Restrictions on lead ammunition production in the EU could have an impact on UK trade and the voluntary transition away from lead shot for live quarry shooting.
