'Draconian' shotgun licence changes could wedge 'new divide' between Labour and countryside

Countryside Alliance chief executive Tim Bonner said changes to shotgun ownership could have a detrimental impact on farming and rural communities

Chris Brayford
clock • 4 min read
Labour is seeking to look into the 'differences' in gun controls and 'whether changes should be made to better protect the public'.
Image:

Labour is seeking to look into the 'differences' in gun controls and 'whether changes should be made to better protect the public'.

Changes to firearms licences could have a detrimental impact on rural and farming communities. Tim Bonner, chief executive at the Countryside Alliance (CA), reacted angrily to Police, Fire and Crime...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

More on Farm Life

Peer Network launches for neurodivergent people connected to rural life

Peer Network launches for neurodivergent people connected to rural life

The community connects neurodivergent people together, aiming to reduce isolation in rural spaces

clock 01 May 2026 • 1 min read
Trio to drive vintage tractors from John O'Groats to Land's End for charity

Trio to drive vintage tractors from John O'Groats to Land's End for charity

Money will be raised for the North West Air Ambulance Charity in memory Jason Shaw who passed away last year after suffering a heart attack

clock 01 May 2026 • 1 min read
Tributes paid to respected agricultural journalist Mike Green

Tributes paid to respected agricultural journalist Mike Green

Mike Green has died aged 68

clock 30 April 2026 • 1 min read