As the demand for firearms medical reports increases, so too has the emergence of misleading operators looking to exploit the system. Alarmingly, some websites and companies are now falsely claiming to be “BASC approved” or “BASC recommended” – even though no such relationship exists. These misleading claims are not only unethical but potentially dangerous. Only…
Chris Garrett, medical doctor and founder of ShootCert Ltd, says it’s time to dispel the myths and adopt a common sense approach.Dr Chris Garrett was recently asked to write an article on this subject for the National Gamekeeper’s Organisation, quarterly magazine, Keeping the Balance. Chris, our Medical Director and Founder of ShootCert Ltd, has long…
If you’re applying for a firearms or shotgun licence—whether it’s your first time or a renewal—you’ll need to provide medical information as part of your application. But how far back should those medical notes go? And why does it matter? At ShootCert, we’re often asked this question, so let’s clear up the confusion and explain…
We wanted to make our clients and the wider shooting community aware that the Home Office has published a new Circular outlining the Firearms (Variation of Fees) Order 2025. This update confirms changes to the statutory fees charged for firearms licensing in England and Wales, and comes into effect on 5 February 2025. You can…
At ShootCert, we pride ourselves on delivering a trusted and efficient service to applicants and Police Firearms Departments across the country. Thanks to strong relationships with GPs and police forces alike, our certificates help speed up the application process for shotgun and firearms licences. However, this trust – built through professionalism, care, and expert review…