In view of the recent HSE proposals published last week, outlining the restriction of lead ammunition, I wanted to share an update with you on our plans. The proposals have significant implications for the shooting community, with wide-reaching effects on target shooting-in particular practical shotgun. While the intention to address environmental concerns is understood and...
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Interest for Shotgun World Shoot 2026
This is an open invitation to all the members of the organisation who are interested in attending the next shotgun world shoot scheduled for October 2026 in Corinth Greece. It has been calculated that the slot allocation for the Central European shotgun championship in 2025 will be an estimated 12 shooters based on previous data...
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Action Air World Shoot 2025 Update
There has been little information from the IPSC regarding the up coming AAWS in 2025. We do know it’s in the Philippines, in Iloilo city roughly the end of July/beginning August. As far as we know the main match will be shot over 5 days, 6 stages a day (morning or afternoon) with kit check...
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Team GB Mini Rifle Squad Selection
Now that we have the initial allocation of twelve slots for the Mini Rifle World Championships next May, I am delighted to announce the following three teams: Open team: Ben Ducker – Team Captain Tom Ellaway Jim Starley Kelvin Leaton Reserve Open: Paul Wyborn Standard Team: Alasdair Mustard – Team Captain Abyl Kaium Dominic Fung Marc Bowler Reserve...
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Call for Lay Members for the Conduct and Standards Committee
Dear UKPSA Members, We are seeking dedicated, impartial, and integrity-driven individuals to join the Conduct and Standards Committee (CSC) as lay members. This is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in maintaining the high standards of our association and ensuring fairness in disciplinary matters. As a lay member, you will attend CSC meetings...
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Join the UKPSA: Exciting Opportunities as Communications and Media Officer!
As we gear up for the new year, the United Kingdom Practical Shooting Association (UKPSA) is excited to announce two critical roles that will shape our communication and media landscape: Communications Officer and Media Officer. These positions are pivotal roles that will drive our mission, enhance our visibility, and ensure effective communication within and outside...
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New Match Director’s Handbook – the UKPSA guide to hosting IPSC competitions
The UKPSA have issued a new Match Director’s Handbook (MDH) which replaces the 2021 version with immediate effect. This Handbook provides members and clubs with all the information they need to host a UKPSA/IPSC registered or sanctioned competition. The new MDH can be found on the UKPSA website under ‘Officials’ and then ‘Match Official Documents’ or alternatively...
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Update from the Treasurer
Six months into my first year as Treasurer and finally all the handover activities have finished. Anybody who has been involved in running a club will know how painful it is to get the Banks to transfer authorities. The Association has been busy this year and there have been a lot of finance decisions and...
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NROI Update – July 2024
Random Shots – latest news A very well done to all those NROI members who worked hard through the weather (both extremes!) at the Scottish and British Masters to put on a couple of cracking level 3 matches. Lots of positive feedback coming in about all your efforts. I am pleased to confirm that we...