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LATEST NEWS

PROOF HOUSES REMAIN OPEN

Both Proof Houses will Remain Operational During Lock-Down

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6th November 2020

Both the Birmingham and London Proof houses have confirmed their intention to remain open through this lock-down.

Useful advice for shooting, including indoor ranges

Covid-19

15th October 2020

In a reply to the British Shooting Sports Council, DCMS provides guidance for organised shooting activities, including indoor ranges. For organised sport,...

Ex-GTA Chairman and Cornish Lifeboatman's new book

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14th August 2020

Chris Price of Helston Gunsmiths is well known across the Trade. He is perhaps less known for his long service on the Falmouth lifeboat. While sadly not covering much of his trade career (second book?), it is an amazing story and well worth...

ABOUT THE GTA

The GTA’s mission is to promote and protect the UK gun trade and it carries out this remit at all levels, from representation at Government to day-to-day queries with Firearms Licensing Officers and local authorities.

CAREERS IN THE GUN TRADE

GTA members need you! If you're looking for a career in the Gun Trade visit our 'Situations Vacant' page where you'll find the latest jobs being offered by GTA members all over the country.

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BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP

Expert help and advice, plus access to the online knowledge base.
Representation at all relevant Official bodies, Government, Proof Houses, BSSC & other Trade organisations
Discount with selected service partners
Regular email updates
Bi-yearly newsletters
Face to face visits with our deputy director
Marketing and PR support
Exclusive news articles
Members only downloads