STS memberships for 2024 - both individual and club - are NOW LIVE and we’re excited to let you know about the benefits on offer for 2024…
Scottish Smallbore Junior Development Squad Inviting Applicants
The Return of the All Ranges Rifle Event - Saturday 20 April 2024
36 Hours Left to Apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme
You only have 36 hours left to apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme! Full details can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Get your application in!
STS Responses to Home Office & Scottish Government Consultations
There have been a couple of consultations over the last few months by the Home Office and Scottish Government that have been of relevance to the target shooting community. Both closed on 23 August 2023, with STS submitting responses to both. STS is pleased to share copies of these responses. Read on to see copies of these of responses…
Alloa & District RC Runs Club Instructor Course to Support University Clubs
10 Days Left to Apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme
You only have 10 days left to apply for the 2023-24 STS Performance Programme! Full details can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Get your application in!
STS Performance Programme for 2023-24: Applications Now Open!
We are now taking applications for the STS Performance Programme for 2023-24! The full selection policy can be found on the ‘Getting Selected’ page on the STS website along with the online application form for hopeful athletes. Also check out our ‘Selection FAQs’ for information. The application window closes just before midnight on 31st August. Get your application in!
Home Office Firearms Licensing Consultation
The Home Office published on 29 June a consultation which will run for 8 weeks and covers a number of recommendations it has received on suggested changes to firearms licensing. The consultation seeks views on recommendations made to the UK Government and closes on Wednesday 23 August. Find out more and see the link for viewing the consultation…
Permitted Development Rights Review - Phase 3 Consultation
STS Memberships for 2023 to go live next week!
STS Rifle Junior Development Squad Is Looking For New Members
Applications are invited for the Smallbore AMG Junior (Under 21) Development Squad. Applications will be accepted from Prone or Air Rifle shooters. Training will be 50% on Prone and 50% on Air Rifle. For Air Rifle, equipment will be supplied. The Application Form can be found in this article and should be returned by the 21 October.
Scots Strike Gold at British Shooting Shotgun Finals
Death of Queen Elizabeth II
All at Scottish Target Shooting are deeply saddened by the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, at the age of 96, as many of our members and partners will be too. Her Majesty was always a huge supporter of sport and the role it plays in society, keenly demonstrated by her unwavering support for the Commonwealth Games and her connection and patronage with shooting organisations such as the NRA and NSRA. Read on for the UK Government’s published guidance…
Update to Shooting COVID Guidance
As a result of the Scottish Government lifting all covid rules and restrictions, Scottish Target Shooting COVID-19 Guidance has been withdrawn. Despite restrictions being lifted, covid (and other viruses) remains present in our communities so clubs are still encouraged to consult with members on putting in place/maintaining appropriate and proportional hygiene arrangements to ensure all members can continue their involvement in the sport. STS would like to express its thanks to our individual members and member clubs for their patience, support, and efforts to uphold public safety and a return to safe shooting.
Inspired by the Summer of Performance Sport? Apply for the 2022-23 STS Performance Programme
STS is pleased to announce that applications for the 2022-23 Performance Programme are now being accepted as of today, 1st August 2022 and will close just before midnight on 31st August 2022. We are keen to make sure that no one misses out on this opportunity so please remember:
Applications are open to non-STS members (although STS membership must be taken out if accepted on to the programme);
Our programme is fully inclusive so we welcome applications from all athletes, including para athletes; and
We are also considering applications for Talent Transfer from athletes currently competing in non-Olympic/Paralympic disciplines or events so if you are a talented athlete in a non-ISSF discipline, we still want to hear from you.
Scottish Firearms Bodies Launch Campaign to Raise Awareness About Mental Health Support
On 28 July 2022, a leaflet providing information on mental health support for firearms license holders has been released by members of the Scottish Firearms Licensing Practitioners Group. The group is composed of organisations who represent those with shooting interests in Scotland, the Scottish Government and Police Scotland. The leaflet aims to highlight the support that is available to certificate holders (as well as their family, friends and fellow club members) and outlines to people with concerns how they can seek help. Read on to find out more…
BSSRA Schools National Match (Postal) 2022 Results
STS Staff Availability over the Festive Season
2021 has been a difficult and relentless year for everyone so we hope members respect the fact that the STS staff will be taking a well deserved break over the festive season. After 17 December all STS staff will be on leave for the festive season. Read on to find out where to direct enquiries during this time…
